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An Bille um an gCeathrú Leasú is Triocha ar an mBunreacht (Neodracht) 2013: An Dara Céim [Comhaltaí Príobháideacha] - Thirty-fourth Amendment to the Constitution (Neutrality) Bill 2013: Second Stage [Private Members] (6 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: Mostly American.

An Bille um an gCeathrú Leasú is Triocha ar an mBunreacht (Neodracht) 2013: An Dara Céim [Comhaltaí Príobháideacha] - Thirty-fourth Amendment to the Constitution (Neutrality) Bill 2013: Second Stage [Private Members] (6 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: The Government welcomes this morning's debate and I have listened closely to the many points raised in the course of the discussion. At the outset, I totally refute what Deputy Ross said about the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Deputy Charles Flanagan. Since the Minister took office, he has successfully involved himself in the Stormont House Agreement, which was a significant advancement...

Seanad: Ireland's Diaspora Policy: Statements (10 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: I am pleased to address Members of the Seanad this evening and to update them on the recent launch of Global Irish: Ireland's Diaspora Policy and my plans for its implementation over the next two years. The policy was launched this day last week and, as a commentator in The Irish Timessaid, it is a "historic development for the Irish abroad". Global Irish: Ireland's Diaspora Policy is our...

Seanad: Ireland's Diaspora Policy: Statements (10 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: I thank Senators for their contributions which reflect their personal interest in the subject. Senator Labhrás Ó Murchú has been connecting very successfully with the diaspora for many decades, while Senator Mark Daly is one of the best known Irish politicians on Capitol Hill.

Seanad: Ireland's Diaspora Policy: Statements (10 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: The Senator has made a major effort to engage with people there. Senator Labhrás Ó Murchú referred to the celebrations around our national holiday.St. Patrick's Day gives us a huge opportunity to connect with the world. No other country connects to the world on one specific day and we must capitalise to a greater extent on the opportunity. Some 200 iconic buildings all over...

An Bille um an gCeathrú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Votáil Uachtaráin) 2014: An Dara Céim [Private Members] - Thirty-fourth Amendment of the Constitution (Presidential Voting) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (11 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: While the focus tonight is on the Bill before the House and while this is of course an important issue, some of the commentary has tended to overlook the great strides that have been taken in advancing our diaspora policy. As the Minister of State, Deputy Nash, said, it is only a week since our first statement of policy on diaspora issues was published. I am pleased to have the document...

An Bille um an gCeathrú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Votáil Uachtaráin) 2014: An Dara Céim [Private Members] - Thirty-fourth Amendment of the Constitution (Presidential Voting) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (11 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: There is a review after two years.

An Bille um an gCeathrú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Votáil Uachtaráin) 2014: An Dara Céim [Private Members] - Thirty-fourth Amendment of the Constitution (Presidential Voting) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (11 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: I said there would be a decision on a referendum by the Cabinet before Christmas. It has made that decision.

An Bille um an gCeathrú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Votáil Uachtaráin) 2014: An Dara Céim [Private Members] - Thirty-fourth Amendment of the Constitution (Presidential Voting) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (11 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: We have made the decision.

An Bille um an gCeathrú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Votáil Uachtaráin) 2014: An Dara Céim [Private Members] - Thirty-fourth Amendment of the Constitution (Presidential Voting) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (11 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: We are still going to do that.

An Bille um an gCeathrú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Votáil Uachtaráin) 2014: An Dara Céim [Private Members] - Thirty-fourth Amendment of the Constitution (Presidential Voting) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (11 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: We are closer now than ever before.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Courts Service (11 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: On behalf of the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Fitzgerald, I thank Senator Leyden for raising the matter. The Minister regrets she is unable to be present for this discussion. As the Senator may be aware, under the provisions of the Courts Service Act 1998, management of the courts is the responsibility of the Courts Service. Furthermore, section 4(3) of the 1998 Act provides...

Topical Issue Debate: Human Rights Issues (31 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: I thank Deputy Coppinger for raising this matter. I also welcome the sisters of Ibrahim to the Visitors Gallery. If I get an opportunity, I will speak to them afterwards. I am replying to this Topical Issue matter on behalf of the Minister, Deputy Charles Flanagan. Any suggestion that the Minister or the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade are failing to act because of Ibrahim...

Topical Issue Debate: Human Rights Issues (31 Mar 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: The Government's actions in this case must be guided by the fact that there is a young Irish citizen in prison abroad who is subject to a foreign judicial system. I would ask Deputies to keep in mind that, however well-meant, injudicious or intemperate statements made or actions taken here in Ireland may have a negative impact on Ibrahim's plight. Rather than assisting the situation, such...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Global Irish - Ireland’s Diaspora Policy: Minister of State at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (1 Apr 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: I am delighted to be here this morning. I thank the Chairman for the invitation to address the Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade and to update it on the recent launch of Global Irish: Ireland’s Diaspora Policy, and my plans for its implementation over the next two years. This morning I intend to present some of the key elements of the policy and highlight some of the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Global Irish - Ireland’s Diaspora Policy: Minister of State at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (1 Apr 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: There are very exciting plans. As you are aware, Chairman, the national programme was launched yesterday evening in Collins Barracks. It is a very exciting programme. I was delighted that people who had some concerns are now very positive and supportive. The programme will attract considerable support and participation from everybody. The programme belongs to everyone. The main emphasis...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Global Irish - Ireland’s Diaspora Policy: Minister of State at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (1 Apr 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: There is a very positive attitude towards Ireland at this time right across the world, especially among the diaspora. Members of the diaspora like the fact that we paid our debts and that we have met the financial challenge and are coming out of it strongly. Those people who want to come back to Ireland realise that the only way they can come back is if there is a strong economy, because a...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Global Irish - Ireland’s Diaspora Policy: Minister of State at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (1 Apr 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: They read very positive messages from Ireland and they are very proud of that. They realise that if the economy is going well in this country that it is good for them. They are very interested in the commemorations as well. Everyone will be able to connect with the international programme. When I was Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht I was involved in the creation of a new...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Global Irish - Ireland’s Diaspora Policy: Minister of State at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (1 Apr 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: All three members of the committee who have spoken have raised some pertinent questions. I am sure the three remaining speakers will raise further questions. As regards communications, Deputies Bernard J. Durkan and Brendan Smith referred to the older Irish who would not be into social media. I agree with them that we did not realise the importance of the long wave 252 transmitter until...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Global Irish - Ireland’s Diaspora Policy: Minister of State at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (1 Apr 2015)

Jimmy Deenihan: I thank Fianna Fáil for my appointment.