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Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: Nonsense.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I join with the Cathaoirleach in wishing a warm welcome to the President of Austria, the Minister for Education, Arts and Culture and their colleagues. Austria and Ireland have enjoyed a tremendous trade relationship, as well as great respect between both countries. I was there on many occasions when I was Minister with responsibility for trade. To my recollection, this is the first time a...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I know he has already met with our President and will enjoy his visit to Ireland. I wish he could come to see the real Ireland, namely, Roscommon. It might be a bit insensitive, however, for him to visit there now considering there is a by-election there. When he does come back to Ireland, I hope he will travel around the country.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I thank the President for showing regard for the Second House. Will the Leader arrange a debate on the controversy of petrol-stretching and diesel-laundering? We have known about the latter for a long time and the activities of certain people in Border areas in this regard. I have never understood why there is not a greater detection of this fraudulent activity which is causing mayhem....

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: This will let people know the suppliers are not engaged in any activity which will destroy their cars. The insurance companies have washed their hands of any responsibility in cases of third-party cover while in cases of comprehensive-----

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: This is an important and current point which must be tackled. The Revenue Commissioners and the Garda must activate themselves in ensuring this practice is stamped out once and for all. A good question to ask is why the people involved are being let away with this fraudulent activity.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: A lot done, more to do.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: They are reluctant to do so.

Seanad: Vehicle Clamping Bill 2014: Second Stage (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: Before the Senator finishes his song, I remind him that his time has expired.

Seanad: Vehicle Clamping Bill 2014: Second Stage (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I thank the Senator for that most enlightening contribution. I call on the Minister to reply. I welcome him to the House. The Minister played a very important role when he was in the Seanad. He is very welcome back and I wish him well in his ministry.

Seanad: Vehicle Clamping Bill 2014: Second Stage (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: When is it proposed to take Committee Stage?

Seanad: Vehicle Clamping Bill 2014: Second Stage (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Appointments to State Boards (7 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: Not yet.

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I second the amendment to the Order of Business proposed by Senator O'Brien.

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I share the commendation given by the Leader of the Opposition to the Defence Forces, which acquitted itself very well, as it has in the past, in the Golan Heights region, where it was holding peace between the Syrians and the Israelis. It was in a very difficult position and handled itself extremely well. It is a very well organised and trained army. I visited Bosnia-Herzegovina with...

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I am asking-----

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: That is fine. I am sure they will understand.

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I ask the Leader to ask the Minister for Finance to come before the House to discuss the issues raised by Senator O'Donnell and me.

Seanad: Immigration Reform for U.S. Citizens Living in Ireland Bill 2014: First Stage (8 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I second the proposal.

Seanad: Defence Forces Overseas Missions: Statements (Resumed) (8 Oct 2014)

Terry Leyden: I welcome home the 130 troops from the 44th Infantry Group who served so gallantly in the Golan Heights. Their mission was extended because of a security situation there. I am delighted the Minister, Deputy Coveney, got the opportunity to welcome them home this morning at Casement Aerodrome which was a nice gesture. I was most impressed with the welcome by the families and friends which...