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Seanad: Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Bill 2021: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Jun 2021)

Regina Doherty: I am very happy to contribute to this debate. As we move closer to the light at the end of the tunnel that has been the horrible 16 months of the Covid pandemic, we are all reminded of this next global crisis, the one we were facing long before we ever knew what the word "Covid" meant, counted daily numbers or restricted our movements. It is one that we will face long after Covid has...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Jun 2021)

Regina Doherty: The Order of Business is No. 1, Public Service Pay Bill 2020 - Committee and Remaining Stages, to be taken at 1.30 p.m., and the proceedings thereon shall, if not previously concluded, be brought to a conclusion at 3 p.m. by the putting of one question from the Chair, which shall, in relation to amendments, include only those set down or accepted by the Government; No. 2, Planning and...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Jun 2021)

Regina Doherty: I thank colleagues for their contributions. I echo what Senator Byrne has said. It is an ill wind that never blows any good and it is great news and will give a lift to all Irish people, particularly rugby fans, to have Conor Murray as captain. I wish the whole team every success in the tour. A number of colleagues have asked for a debate tomorrow on the reopening. I must apologise...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Jun 2021)

Regina Doherty: On Senator Fitzpatrick's point, I will respectfully decline the request to write a letter to the Minister because I already know the answer. We cannot change what An Bord Pleanála is doing until we change the legislation. I have invited the Minister to come in after he announces his Housing for All plan on 13 July, which we are looking forward to hearing and will all hopefully support....

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (5 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: The Order of Business is No. 1, Gender Pay Gap Information Bill 2019 - Report and Final Stages, to be taken at 1.30 p.m, and the proceedings thereon shall, if not previously concluded, be brought to a conclusion at 3.30 p.m. by the putting of one question from the Chair, which shall, in relation to amendments, include only those set down or accepted by Government; No. 2, Sale of Tickets...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (5 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: I thank colleagues for their contributions. Senator Seery Kearney is right in that we need a debate and not only on this sector as a number of industries will not recover in the way we hope they will. They will continue to need supports. A specific debate on the conditions that exist in the taxi industry is very relevant for us to discuss. Other colleagues have also asked for debates in...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (5 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: That is a good point.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (5 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: That is a good point. To be fair, it is not up to us to tell anybody what to do, but it would be instructive for us to say how much national sports and, indeed, all sports should be enjoyed by everybody.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (5 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: Point taken. That is no problem. I commend Senator Hoey on raising the issue of pay for secretarial assistants, SAs. The Senator may not be aware that we discuss the issue almost on a weekly basis at our leaders' meetings. There is work ongoing, but it is very slow, so I take on board her suggestion to write to the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Deputy Michael McGrath, and...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (5 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: -----but we will be having ongoing debates regarding the issues pertaining to reopening, current variants and future variants. We will have debates about the impact of Covid for many moons to come. I will certainly organise a debate on the matter as quickly as I can in September. Senator Cassells asked for a debate on mental health. It is one of the issues we will speak about for many...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (5 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: I know. It is not for the want of debate, but I concur with the Senator that we need to have such a debate not just in this Chamber, but in the other House too and in wider society. Senator Paddy Burke is correct with regard to the marine planning Bill. I will make recommendations today that it be commenced in the Seanad so that we can get that debate and legislation moving in September....

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (5 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: Such a debate on China would be worthwhile. I have requested a date from the Minister but have not received a reply. Senator Conway spoke about tourists coming back. The debate in respect of hospitality will be ongoing daily for the next couple of days. Senator Gallagher thoughtfully spoke about the fact as schools, particularly primary schools, have closed for summer in recent weeks, it...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: An Cathaoirleach has a fine French accent. On behalf of all Members, I would like to wish our colleague, Senator Bacik, enormous congratulations. We all know, from working alongside her in here, that she is one of the most authentic women and politicians in Irish life. We would like to send her a message of congratulations and sincerest warm wishes from all of us. I would also like to...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: I was looking at the Cathaoirleach with disbelief. It is incredible to think Councillor McGarvey has had such a successful career in what we would consider the autumn of his life. He is obviously still raring to go and I will send a letter to him on all our behalf today wishing him a happy birthday and continued success.Senator Dolan talked about the hospitality industry. Senator Keogan...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: I look forward to the resolution. I acknowledge that the State is unfortunately the last port of call in these cases. These houses need to be fixed and that is the end of it. Senator Ardagh talked about cancer care. I was mindful, when Paul Reid was doing an interview on Saturday, that we need to get our hospitals back to a scenario where they are dealing with the normal health challenges...

Seanad: Technological Universities Act 2018 (Section 36)(Appointed Day) Order 2021: Motion (12 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Order in draft: Technological Universities Act 2018 (Section 36)(Appointed Day) Order 2021, copies of which have been laid in draft form before Seanad Éireann on 11th June, 2021.

Seanad: EU Regulation 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council: Referral to Joint Committee (12 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: I move: That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approves the exercise by the State of the option or discretion under Protocol No. 21 on the position of the United Kingdom and Ireland in respect of the area of freedom, security and justice annexed to the Treaty on European Union and to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, to accept the following measure: Regulation (EU)...

Seanad: Orders of Reference of Committee on Key Issues affecting the Traveller Community: Motion (12 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: I move: That the Orders of Reference of the Committee on Key Issues affecting the Traveller Community, as agreed by Order of the Seanad of 25th September, 2020, as amended on 30th April, 2021, be further amended by the deletion in paragraph (7) of ‘30th July, 2021’ and the substitution therefor of ‘30th November, 2021’.”

Seanad: Appointment to Legal Services Regulatory Authority: Motion (12 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: I move: That Seanad Éireann, noting that the Government agreed on 29th June, 2021, to propose, for the approval of Seanad Éireann, Shane Galligan to be a member of the Legal Services Regulatory Authority on the Nomination of the Institute of Legal Cost Accountants, and pursuant to section 9 of the Legal Services Regulation Act 2015, approves the appointment by the Government of...

Seanad: Planning and Development Act 2000 (Section 254 - Overground Telecommunication Cables) Regulations 2021: Referral to Joint Committee (12 Jul 2021)

Regina Doherty: I move: That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approves the following Regulations in draft: Planning and Development Act 2000 (Section 254 – Overground Telecommunication Cables) Regulations 2021, a copy of which has been laid in draft form before Seanad Éireann on 9th July, 2021, be referred to the Joint Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage, in accordance...