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Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I agree with the Senator that there is a need for greater Garda presence and greater Garda numbers.

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: That is exactly what the Government is doing and intends to do-----

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: -----in order to combat crime whether in urban or rural areas. Senator Bacik called for a debate on policing and mentioned that the Garda Commissioner was before the Joint Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality yesterday for a number of hours. A number of the points that have been raised in this House were actually made at that meeting. I suggest that Members look at the minutes of the...

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Barrett raised the closure of the M50 due to an accident and we wish the lady who was seriously injured a speedy recovery. I agree with the Senator - the Minister has also said it - that there is a need to review the response policies in such incidents. This is a point that has been raised by other Senators. I note Senator Barrett's point about the arrogance of the ECB and the...

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Quinn raised the issue of the new provisions for J1 visas which may have a disadvantage for young people going to America. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade has expressed concerns in that regard but I will bring this to his attention. Senator Quinn also welcomed the sale of Avoca, an Irish company, which has done so well over the years. It is welcome to see an American...

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Senators Kelly and Bradford highlighted the rise in the cost of motor, home and other insurance premia. Senator Kelly called for the motor insurance advisory board to be reactivated. I agree with him that there is a need for an investigation. I know the relevant joint Oireachtas committee has called for an investigation. I will endeavour to have the Minister come to the House to discuss...

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: The all-party approach was there well in advance of the motions that were put down. We appreciate certainly-----

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I appreciate the fact Senator Craughwell has been appointed a rapporteur on PRSI for councillors. I am sure he will do an excellent job on that. As I said, the all-party group met with the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Deputy Alan Kelly, on this and made a strong case for the matter, as well as for remuneration for councillors. We all know that councillors...

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: That may be true. There are quite a number of-----

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Craughwell is getting very excited. As Senator Wilson said, there are many Members in this House who were on local authorities.

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Many Members realise the workload of councillors.

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Moran raised the issue of retired gardaí having a role, a point with which I agree. I also agree with the need for equality in the broadcasting of women's sports where RTE and other outlets are concerned. On her own town, Dundalk, which she rightly mentions at every possible opportunity, it has had excellent news on jobs and sport over the past several months. We wish the town...

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I assure the Senator that Galway will have a big fight on its hands to win.

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: In respect of judges with personal interests in banks, I would have thought that any judges with such interests would disqualify themselves from any cases in which they might be involved. However, I will certainly inquire further with the Minister in respect of this matter. I respect the independence of the Judiciary and I am sure that any judge who has a personal interest in any matter...

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re Planning and Development (Urgent Social Housing Supply) Policy Directive 2015 - referral to committee, to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business, without debate; No. 2, Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2015 - Report and Final Stages, to be taken at 12.45 p.m. and to adjourn not later than 2 p.m., if not previously concluded; No. 3, Finance...

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I note Senator MacSharry's points on the comments of the Minister for Health, Deputy Varadkar. I understand the Minister is in Belfast today so I cannot accede to his request for an amendment to the Order of Business in this regard. We have seen many advances in our health services but there are many problems as well. We need to put the building blocks in place. The timeframe will...

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I note Senator White's comments on the additional funding of more than €20 million for the A5 road. As Senator Mooney mentioned, this project will be a major boon to the economy of the north west. I also note what Senator White said about the €1.5 million that is being sought by Monaghan County Council for the N2 road. I am sure that matter will be addressed in the coming...

Seanad: Planning and Development (Urgent Social Housing Supply) Policy Directive 2015: Referral to Joint Committee (18 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I move:That the Planning and Development (Urgent Social Housing Supply) Policy Directive 2015, a copy of which has been laid in draft form before Seanad Éireann on 29th October 2015, be referred to the Joint Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht, in accordance with Standing Order 70A(3)(j), which, not later than 26th November, 2015, shall send a message to the Seanad in the...

Seanad: Tributes to Former Senator Jack Fitzsimons (18 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: It is a custom in this House that we pay tribute to former Members and I am delighted that Jack's widow and five children are in the Public Gallery today to listen to the tributes we have to offer. I hope that they will give them some satisfaction. I offer the collective sympathy of this side of the House. Some Members may have dealt with Jack through politics or through his profession as...

Seanad: Order of Business (19 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: The Order of Business is No. 1, the National Cultural Institutions (National Concert Hall) Bill 2015 - Committee Stage (resumed), to be taken at 12.45 p.m. and to conclude no later than 1.30 p.m., if not previously concluded; and No. 2, the Legal Services Regulation Bill 2011 - Committee Stage, to be taken at 1.30 p.m.