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Seanad: Visit of American Delegation (22 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Before I conclude the business of the day, I am sure that Members will wish to join me in welcoming Dr. Don Ritchie, historian emeritus of the United States Senate, who is accompanied by his wife Anne. I am very impressed by his curriculum vitae. On behalf of my colleagues in Seanad Éireann I send a very warm welcome and good wishes. I hope they will enjoy their visit to Ireland. When...

Seanad: Business of Seanad (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I have received notice from Senator Michael McDowell that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:The need for the Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government to outline whether the Government remains committed to the implementation of the Manning report on Seanad reform. I have also...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Seanad Reform (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: The Minister of State very briefly, as we are well over time.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Air Ambulance Service (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I am sure the Senator will share his positivity and joy with Senator Leyden.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Local Improvement Scheme Funding (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I am sure the Senator will revisit the issue before Christmas if it is not addressed positively in the meantime.

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Is the Senator proposing that No. 13 be taken before No. 1?

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Anois an Taoiseach. Gabh mo leithscéal, an Ceannaire.

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Senator Paul Gavan has moved an amendment to the Order of Business, "That No. 13 be taken before No. 1." The Leader has indicated that he is prepared to accept this amendment.

Seanad: National Minimum Wage (Removal of Sub-minimum Rates of Pay) Bill 2017: First Stage (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Is there a seconder to the proposal?

Seanad: National Minimum Wage (Removal of Sub-minimum Rates of Pay) Bill 2017: First Stage (27 Jun 2017)

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

Seanad: National Minimum Wage (Removal of Sub-minimum Rates of Pay) Bill 2017: First Stage (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: University Hospital Waterford Cardiology Services: Statements (27 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: We are very tight on time. Senator Victor Boyhan has five minutes.

Seanad: Business of Seanad (28 Jun 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 for Health to amend the current regulations under the fair deal scheme that apply to farmers who require nursing home care. I have also received notice from Senator Maria Byrne of the following matter:The need for the...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Nursing Homes Support Scheme Administration (28 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Jim Daly, to the House.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Nursing Homes Support Scheme Administration (28 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: You should be so lucky.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Farm Relief Scheme (28 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Doyle.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Leader Programmes Administration (28 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I welcome the Minister, Deputy Michael Ring. I wish him well in his new role following his promotion. It is great to see camaraderie between two Mayo people. Ar aghaidh leat, Senator Conway-Walsh.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Leader Programmes Administration (28 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: I will stop Senator Conway-Walsh at three minutes and Senator Ó Clochartaigh will have one minute.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Leader Programmes Administration (28 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: The Senator has used her four minutes, so Senator Ó Clochartaigh is excluded.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Leader Programmes Administration (28 Jun 2017)

Denis O'Donovan: No. The Senator has four. Many Senators on Commencement matters take five minutes but they should not. I will give Senator Ó Clochartaigh a few seconds.