Results 661-680 of 1,214 for speaker:Ann Ormonde

Seanad: Report on Seanad Reform: Motion (28 Nov 2007)

Ann Ormonde: There is.

Seanad: Report on Seanad Reform: Motion (28 Nov 2007)

Ann Ormonde: I wish to share my time with Senator Hanafin.

Seanad: Report on Seanad Reform: Motion (28 Nov 2007)

Ann Ormonde: I listened carefully to the debate and a consensus is apparent. This is a political Chamber. It is subordinate to the Dáil and is dissolved when the Dáil is dissolved and because it is a political Chamber we must consider our electorate. The Seanad is composed of five panels which have a range of nominating bodies. I am concerned about the number of nominating bodies coming out of the...

Seanad: Order of Business (29 Nov 2007)

Ann Ormonde: It is out of order. He mentioned two names.

Seanad: Order of Business (29 Nov 2007)

Ann Ormonde: He mentioned two names. He should not have done so.

Seanad: Order of Business (29 Nov 2007)

Ann Ormonde: He is just a nasty man.

Seanad: Order of Business (29 Nov 2007)

Ann Ormonde: Regarding Senator Quinn's call for the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government to revisit the Planning and Development Act 2000 in view of the length of time it takes to deal with planning application, whole sections of the legislation should be revisited. When the planning division grants planning permission an objection may be lodged and the matter must be decided by An...

Seanad: Overseas Missions: Statements (Resumed) (29 Nov 2007)

Ann Ormonde: I also wish to welcome the Minister of State to the House. I have not had the opportunity to do so in this session. I have a great interest in non-governmental organisations, as well as overseas aid and development. I will always be ready to reach out to help those in Third World countries when I see an opportunity to do so. It has always been a part of my life. In my other profession I...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: I support Senator Alex White's request for a debate on immigration with the Minister of State, Deputy Conor Lenihan, as we would like to know the up-to-date position. I agree with Senator Ó Murchú's comments on where society is going in terms of alcohol and drug abuse. The fundamental questions that must be asked are why has society deteriorated to this extent and why is it occurring....

Seanad: European Union Reform Treaty: Statements (12 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: I also welcome the Minister of State. I am proud that Deputy Roche will lead the campaign for this referendum. He is very knowledgeable and has had the experience of being involved in the intergovernmental convention. His worldview in this area is extensive and he has a great feel for the subject. I have no doubt that with the Minister of State leading the referendum, the outcome will be...

Seanad: Small and Medium Enterprises: Statements (12 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: Is that agreed? Agreed

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: I also wish to compliment Senator Norris on the presentation of his papers to the National Library as they reflect the wide range of areas in which the Senator is involved. I wish him every success in handing over the next batch. I agree with Senator Fitzgerald that a debate is needed on the issue of mental health early in the new year. Examples of mental health issues were given yesterday...

Seanad: Social Welfare Bill 2007: Second Stage (18 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: I apologise to the Senator. I should have allowed her ten minutes speaking time as she is the Labour Party spokesperson.

Seanad: Order of Business (20 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: What point is the Senator making?

Seanad: Order of Business (20 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: Why is he leaving it?

Seanad: Order of Business (20 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: To take up the point raised by Senator Norris, I, too, discussed the matter of extraordinary rendition at length yesterday at the Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs. The Government is so emphatic that it has assurances from the United States Administration——

Seanad: Order of Business (20 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: ——that none of the aircraft has passed through Shannon with prisoners being subjected at the other side to ill-treatment and degradation and I see no purpose whatsoever in setting up another committee to prove alleged matters on which Senator Norris is making suggestions.

Seanad: Order of Business (20 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: We can have a debate by all means.

Seanad: Order of Business (20 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: I would welcome a debate. Previously we were trying to form a sub-committee. I see no reason for it as we received assurances yesterday from the Government. We also had a fine debate with the Irish Human Rights Commission led by Dr. Maurice Manning. I am surprised that following that debate the Senator wants to take the issue further. I would love debate in the House on it but we would...

Seanad: Order of Business (20 Dec 2007)

Ann Ormonde: Why does the Senator say that?