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Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (3 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: I was struck by some of the remarks made by Senators on both sides of the House. The suggestion that a greyhound might have a chip in both ears reminds me of the story of the fellow who was regarded as being very balanced because he had a chip on both shoulders. I listened to what Senator Ormonde had to say about growing more confused as the debate continued. That is not an uncommon...

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (3 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: I was not referring to the Minister.

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (3 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: I listened carefully to Senator Paudie Coffey disputing the Minister's comments on the desirability of greyhounds being euthanised when their racing careers are over. I am glad they do not do that to politicians who no longer run for office. As to whether an animal welfare problem arises as reflected in the statistics given is beside the point.

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (3 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: The Minister said the primary purpose of the 1958 legislation was not animal welfare. Is the Minister therefore claiming the existing regime would not be sufficient to guarantee the welfare of animals? If the proposed regime is necessary to amend what is already in place, I can see the case for requiring some level of a charge. I, however, sympathise with those who feel they will be...

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (3 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: I hope the Minister is not hounded out of office in the meantime.

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (3 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: We might be getting into the politics of the bedroom somewhat but having heard what Senator Coffey said, I am inclined to think this is a matter that can be left to veterinary surgeons and breeders. Without knowing much about it, it strikes me that the proposed amendments relating to the breeding are reasonable. Regarding the third amendment, I have tabled an amendment requiring...

Seanad: Job Creation: Statements (3 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: Cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire Stáit. In any economic crisis the first tangible and damaging result is the loss of jobs. In Ireland, the abundance of opportunities that presented to younger people over the years of the boom are now sadly lacking and our brightest and best are on the dole queues or contemplating emigration. These are tragic times for our country. It will not be easy to...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: The Senator could look into Facebook over it.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: It is a fair point.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: Will it be soon, Leader?

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: It is very urgent.

Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: I welcome the raising of the issue of the closure of pubs on Good Friday. It would be useful to have a debate on such issues, especially in light of a recent speech by the Minister of State, Deputy Martin Mansergh, in which he reflected on the type of model Ireland should adopt in its search for pluralism. He considered whether we should go for the complete 1789 separation of church and...

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (9 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: I move amendment No. 11: In page 15, subsection (4), line 3, to delete "may" and substitute "shall". Section 14(4) currently reads that the Minister "may" issue guidelines on the operation of dog breeding establishments and the compliance by operators of dog breeding establishments with this Act. The effect of amendments Nos. 11 and 12 would be that the Minister "shall" issue guidelines on...

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (9 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: The Minister of State has reminded me of a story I heard about a man who went to his doctor and informed him that he thought he was Tom Jones, to which the doctor replied "It's not unusual". The Minister of State appears to use the phrase "not unusual" in order to justify the inaction of the Government. It is clear the Bill need not take effect until such time as the guidelines are ready....

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (9 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: No.

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (9 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: It was a soliloquy.

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (9 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: It was slightly longer than a tweet.

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (9 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: I move amendment No. 17: In page 17, subsection (2), line 29, to delete "as he or she considers appropriate." and substitute the following: "or such other persons as may be necessary for the purpose of assisting the authorised person in the exercise of his or her functions under this section and the authorised person, member or any such other person may take with them into the premises such...

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (9 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: Vótáil.

Seanad: Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed) (9 Mar 2010)

Rónán Mullen: I move amendment No. 18: In page 19, between lines 34 and 35, to insert the following subsection: "(7) A person who fails to comply with an improvement notice or a direction of the District Court under this section shall be guilty of an offence.". I am hopeful of a much better turnout in support of this amendment. It seems, as a matter of public policy, that a responsible political party,...