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Seanad: Order of Business (22 Feb 2017)

Paul Coghlan: Last year the beautiful gardens and grounds were opened and new visitors are welcome. We have a problem with the rhododendron because it is an invasive species. More resources are needed to tackle the problem, particularly in the Glena, Mangerton and Torc mountain areas. On the question of the deer population, there have been some unfortunate accidents due to deer clashing with cars, etc....

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Feb 2017)

Paul Coghlan: The Cathaoirleach never lost it. On the question of staffing, the number of rangers has been reduced from nine to four. That number must be increased. There is a certain cull needed of old and infirm deer, particularly red deer. No-one wants the population of native red deer to be greatly reduced. However, old and inform animals must be removed from the deer population, and maybe a few...

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Feb 2017)

Paul Coghlan: Perhaps the debate could deal with other national parks also. We could encompass the lot. I would welcome that.

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

Paul Coghlan: I welcome the Minister of State. I call on the Senator proposing the Bill, Senator Marie-Louise O'Donnell, to speak. She has 12 minutes.

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

Paul Coghlan: Members cannot criticise individual sentences. Comments should be general in nature.

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Feb 2017)

Paul Coghlan: Does the Senator want to change over to the other side?

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Feb 2017)

Paul Coghlan: Sometimes coming events cast their shadows afore.

Seanad: Third Report of Committee of Selection: Motion (28 Feb 2017)

Paul Coghlan: I move:That the Third Report of the Committee of Selection be laid before the Seanad.

Seanad: Communications Regulation (Postal Services) (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage (28 Feb 2017)

Paul Coghlan: Senator Gerry Horkan has eight minutes.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Deer Culls (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: As the Minister of State, Deputy Michael Ring, knows, I am concerned about the deer population generally in County Kerry. There are two types of deer, the native red deer, a most magnificent wild animal, and the imported Japanese sika deer. Frankly, I do not mind what the Minister of State does with the Japanese species which I do not think has a proper place in the national park. He can...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Deer Culls (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: I will, but I am dealing with an Irish problem. Some of the native red deer could be relocated to Ballycroy, Glenveagh and Connemara national parks, as happened before. If there is overpopulation, I seriously recommend relocation to some of these national parks. Why not share them with others? I look forward to hearing the Minister of State's response.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Deer Culls (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: The rhododendron problem.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Deer Culls (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: No, I do not.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Deer Culls (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: I am very grateful to the Minister of State for coming to the Senate on this issue this morning and for his positive outlook in what he has said about the deer meriting conservation. I urge him to have a meeting in early course with the Kerry Deer Society, whose members would be most anxious to sit down with him. Our views are broadly in line and we accept that where some serious damage is...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: Senator Swanick has proposed an amendment to the Order of Business, "That No. 10 be taken before No. 1." The Leader has agreed to accept this amendment. Is the amendment agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: I cannot do points of information.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: It might not be a point of order. What is it?

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: That is not a point of order but you can pursue it with him afterwards.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: I am sorry, Senator. You are out of order.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (1 Mar 2017)

Paul Coghlan: I am sorry, Senator. With respect, you are not in a position to rule on who is out of order. This is the Chair.