Results 701-720 of 12,886 for speaker:Paul Coghlan

Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Nov 2004)

Paul Coghlan: When does the Leader expect the terms of the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works will be taken in the House? I support the call by Senator Brian Hayes and others for a debate on the NRA following the appalling recent accident, and other accidents, and in light of the remarks made here last week, coupled with the remarks of the distinguished Chairman of the...

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: No. 5 on the Order Paper is not being taken, understandably. Will the Leader comment on the statements on page five of this morning's edition of The Irish Times?

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I appreciate the ruling that it is not in order but perhaps the Leader might say something in regard to likely future Government policy in the area. Specifically, she might like to comment on the provision of the much-needed second terminal at Dublin Airport.

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: With respect to the Cathaoirleach, we will leave that to the Leader to decide. I agree with Senator Finucane on Shannon Airport. It is not just important for the mid-west, but for wider areas.

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I will not put my nose in there.

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: One would not want to mix up one's lubricants.

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: The Leader is not rising to the debate.

Seanad: Order of Business. (2 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I support the calls for a debate on the North when appropriate. On the RTE programme entitled "Tale of Two Cities" which was shown recently, the man to whom tribute was paid today was a shining example of all that is good and predominant about the city of Limerick. We should not forget that the lawlessness which is highlighted is confined to 100 or 120 people. In view of the huge divergence...

Seanad: Order of Business. (3 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I support the calls for a debate on An Post at the earliest opportunity and for a debate on Northern Ireland when it is deemed appropriate. After next week, how many sitting days does the Leader envisage remaining in the current session? Other than those listed in the Order of Business, what other Bills are to be brought before the House prior to the recess?

Seanad: Order of Business. (8 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I agree with Senator Brian Hayes and the other speakers who asked for a debate on the North and on An Post. I am pleased that both Governments will today publish details of the deal which is on offer and which hopefully will be done today, but if not today, on some other day. I suggest that they get on with it. I support Senator Dardis's request that the Leader arrange a debate on this matter...

Seanad: Fishing Industry: Motion. (8 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I am glad to have an opportunity to say a few words on the motion. I welcome the Minister of State to the House. He is a man of great experience who has extensive knowledge of his brief. The question, however, is what level of Government support does he have? The Fine Gael Party suspects that, unfortunately, he enjoys little support and we sympathise with him. The Government has allowed the...

Seanad: Fishing Industry: Motion. (8 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I wish to refer briefly to the current allegations of malpractice made by one individual which recently led to a series of "Hawaii-Five-O" style dawn raids on fishermen's houses in various parts of the country. There are serious question marks as to how such a matter became the subject of a Cabinet decision and criminal investigation. I look forward to hearing the Minister's comments on the...

Seanad: Fishing Industry: Motion. (8 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: Thank you. I thought I had a bit more time. I am not saying malpractice should not be investigated, but I am querying the criminal context. Could these matters not be dealt with at an administrative level? There is no lack of regulation and powers in the fisheries sector. Who decided or recommended this course of action? I am not criticising the gardaí, who are merely doing their job, but...

Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I support Senator Finucane in his call for a debate on Northern Ireland. The call was also aired briefly yesterday. As all speakers have indicated, it would be timely if the Leader could arrange it for next week. Despite the failure to sign off on an agreement yesterday, a great deal was achieved and everyone involved deserves our congratulations. It would be wonderful if we could hear more...

Seanad: Order of Business. (14 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I agree with Senator Brian Hayes's remarks on the independent commission on the electoral boundaries for Dáil elections and the fact that legislation has not been introduced to give effect to it. Is the Government stalling its introduction to allow the 2006 census, which undoubtedly will necessitate the making of further changes, to supplant it and push it aside? I would like to hear the...

Seanad: Order of Business. (15 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: Near enough.

Seanad: Order of Business. (15 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: I concur with the remarks of Senators Brian Hayes and Ó Murchú regarding the unfortunate spread of the knife culture. Perhaps, following a debate on the issue, the House could make a unanimous call for a review of the legislation relating to knives and ancillary items. We might do something to empower school authorities in respect of this matter. The House has often discussed planning and I...

Seanad: Order of Business. (15 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: Yes. We should have access to the reasoning employed by An Bord Pleanála in overturning 10% of recommendations from its inspectors.

Seanad: Order of Business. (15 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: We can sit on Tuesday.

Seanad: Order of Business. (15 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: He needs to take some medicine.