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Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: I am sure the new Minister of State, Deputy Barry Andrews, would be very anxious to come to the House to address the challenges which Senator Fitzgerald and others have highlighted to the House following last night's "Prime Time Investigates" television programme. I also congratulate the team that prepared the programme on highlighting the matter to the people. I ask that Senator Fitzgerald...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: ——to come to the House at the earliest opportunity. New Senators who have joined the Seanad for the first time——

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: The House has been very fortunate to have elected for the first time 25 new Members in the last Seanad general election less than 11 months ago. For the information of these Senators in particular and to be helpful, I wish to advise that when Ministers are appointed for the first time, as is the case with the Minister of State, Deputy Barry Andrews, they are always afforded two to three...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: We all know of Senator Norris's artistic talents. I am talking about the wider domain of all of the other international stars, along with his good self.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: I will make an inquiry of the new Minister for Education and Science regarding Athlone Community College, which Senator McFadden raised. Members will be aware that it was my strong intervention that made the announcement possible.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: I can assure the House and Senator McFadden that I have never started a project without concluding it.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Glynn called for the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government to be invited to the House. He expressed strong views on unrest in housing estates. That is a growing problem. I will pass on the Senator's strong views, which can perhaps be highlighted for a debate in the House at the earliest opportunity. Senator Prendergast called on the Minister for Health and...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: That information might not get to the area about which he is concerned. I do not wish to trivialise the matter and I consider it worthy of a serious debate in the House. I will endeavour to arrange such a debate at the earliest possible time. I agree to Senator Buttimer's call for a debate on the Prison Service. Senators John Paul Phelan, McDonald and Bradford sought a debate on housing, to...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: Senator McDonald called for a debate at the earliest possible opportunity on funding for environmental issues such as water and sewerage schemes, and especially gateway hubs. I have no difficulty with such a debate taking place.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No. 1, Statements on Rural Development; No. 2, Legal Practitioners (Irish Language) Bill 2007 — Second Stage; and No. 17, Private Members' motion No. 38 re the economic outlook. It is proposed that No.1, Statements on Rural Development, will be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business and will conclude not later than 1.45 p.m. Spokespersons may speak for...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: My apologies. It will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: My constituency does not have a Minister.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: I wish to clarify again that Private Members' business will be taken from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. today. I want to say comhghairdeas to Seanadóir Mark Daly and Mr. Des Bishop for what they have been doing concerning the Irish language. Mr. Bishop's presence at the committee this morning was very uplifting for the language. I can only agree with the views of various Senators as to what Mr. Bishop...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: Senators Donohoe, Callely and Norris all called for a debate on Transport 21, particularly concerning future developments and the continued large-scale investment which is driving the economy at present. I will ask the Minister for Transport to attend the House for such debate as soon as possible and definitely before the summer recess. Senators Frances Fitzgerald, Maria Corrigan and...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: Of course, the first ever female Fianna Fáil Tánaiste was appointed last week by the Taoiseach, which is another cause for celebration for women, especially on the Fianna Fáil side of the House.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: My constituency colleague has made an immeasurable contribution for more than 20 years. She was the deputy leader of our party for a considerable time too. I have no difficulty with this debate taking place. Senator Maria Corrigan requested the timeframe for the disability legislation. I understand that the earliest possible timeframe to advance this legislation is by the end of 2008. I...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No. 1, Dublin Transport Authority Bill 2008 — Report Stage. It is proposed to take Report Stage of the Bill on the conclusion of the Order of Business.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: What is the question?

Seanad: Order of Business (15 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: That was a Second Stage speech.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 May 2008)

Donie Cassidy: Senators Twomey, O'Toole and Norris have called for another debate on issues regarding the Health Service Executive, particularly its announcement of reduction of staff levels in management and front line staff. I have no difficulty in assigning time for this. Senator Twomey called for a debate with the Minister for Finance, Deputy Brian Lenihan, concerning housing levels and the 80,000...