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Seanad: Visit of German Delegation (22 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I am sure Members of the House will join me in welcoming a parliamentary delegation from the German Bundestag, led by Professor Norbert Lammert, President of the German Bundestag. On my behalf, as Cathaoirleach, and on behalf of all my colleagues in Seanad Éireann, I extend a very warm welcome to you all and wish you a very successful visit to Ireland. Tá failte romhaibh.

Seanad: Symphysiotomy Payment Scheme: Statements (Resumed) (22 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Before Senator Swanick makes his contribution, I welcome to the Gallery the former Cathaoirleach, Charlie McDonald, and his two lovely granddaughters who are visiting today. It is great to see Mr. McDonald back and respecting the House. I served with him for a while a long time ago.

Seanad: Symphysiotomy Payment Scheme: Statements (Resumed) (22 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I call Senator Conway-Walsh.

Seanad: Symphysiotomy Payment Scheme: Statements (Resumed) (22 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: My apologies. Senator Conway-Walsh normally sits in the seat occupied by Senator Devine. I should have known Senator Devine would speak given her background in nursing. We all have our shortcomings.

Seanad: Minimum Custodial Periods upon Conviction for Murder Bill 2017: Second Stage (22 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I thank the Minister of State. The Acting Leader wishes to say something.

Seanad: Business of Seanad (22 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Does Senator Marie-Louise O'Donnell wish to comment, as it is her Bill? I know she is caught between a rock and a hard place, as it were.

Seanad: Business of Seanad (22 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: As somebody who has had considerable experience in this House and as a former member of the justice committee I think there is a lot of merit in the Minister of State's suggestion, and the proposal by the Acting Leader, Deputy Mulherin. If that is agreeable to Senator Marie-Louise O'Donnell then this matter will remain in the system but it is adjourned and, hopefully, will be taken on by the...

Seanad: Minimum Custodial Periods upon Conviction for Murder Bill 2017: Second Stage (Resumed) (22 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: When is it proposed to sit again?

Seanad: Business of Seanad (23 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I have received notice from Senator Colm Burke that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:The need for the Minister Education and Skills to clarify the current position on funding being provided for a new primary school, Scoil an Athar Tadhg, in Carrignavar, County Cork, and to confirm that it will proceed to the tendering process...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I am not sure if any of us in here have any big say in the internal goings on in Fine Gael but I will leave it to the Acting Leader to respond in due course.

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: The amendment has to be seconded, but I am sure that will be done in due course.

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Prettier as well.

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Senator Aidan Davitt thinks the Deputy Leader is still a college student.

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Senator Billy Lawless has proposed an amendment to the Order of Business: "That No. 12 be taken before No. 1." The Acting Leader has indicated that she is willing to accept the amendment. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Intoxicating Liquor (Amendment) Bill 2017: First Stage (23 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: When is it proposed to take Second Stage?

Seanad: Business of Seanad (23 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: We have a gap until 2 p.m. and I have raised this issue previously. This is crippling the Seanad but there now seems to be a willingness on the part of the Chief Whip to provide a Minister of State or a Minister in future, unless there is an emergency. I ask the Acting Leader to talk to the Government and the Chief Whip to see if it can be resolved.

Seanad: Business of Seanad (23 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: It is unfortunate that we have a gap of an hour and three quarters because of the new voting system in the Dáil.

Seanad: Business of Seanad (28 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I have received notice from Senator Brian Ó Domhnaill that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:The need for the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to provide a comprehensive update on the Government’s efforts to press the British Government to implement the Stormont House Agreement with particular reference to the...

Seanad: Commencement Matters (28 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Before I call Senator Ó Domhnaill, I acknowledge the presence of a friend from the Scottish National Party, Dr. Paul Monaghan, MP. He is very welcome and I hope he enjoys his stay in the House.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Northern Ireland (28 Feb 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: An bhfuil an Seanadóir sásta?