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Seanad: Parole (Special Advocates) Bill 2024: Second Stage (13 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: Tomorrow morning at 10.30.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Dublin-Monaghan Bombings (14 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: Last year, President Michael D. Higgins visited Monaghan town to lay a wreath to commemorate the victims of the Dublin and Monaghan bombings 50 years previously. It was a poignant moment for the relatives and friends of the 33 people who lost their lives in Monaghan and Dublin on that fatal day - the greatest loss of life on a single day during the entire Troubles.A year on, our thoughts and...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Dublin-Monaghan Bombings (14 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I thank the Minister of State for her comprehensive response to date. I know she has great feeling for the victims of the Monaghan and Dublin bombings and their ongoing journey in trying to find the truth of what happened on that fateful day. I know some of these people personally and all they strive for is the truth. Unfortunately, the British Government has been a constant roadblock in...

Committee on Justice, Home Affairs and Migration: Business of Joint Committee (20 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I congratulate the Cathaoirleach's good self on becoming Chair of this committee. I look forward to working with him in the term ahead. The last time I attended a meeting he was chairing was back in the days of Monaghan County Council. I have no doubt that he will conduct affairs in a fair manner. The Cathaoirleach mentioned a number of matters in his opening address. I express my sincere...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Electronic Tagging (21 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I, too, welcome the children from the school and I hope they have an enjoyable day. I welcome the Minister back to the House. Like Senator McCormack, I compliment him on his commitment to attending this House. He is setting an example that I hope many of his colleagues will follow. Without doubt, the Minister has inherited a very busy portfolio and there are many issues on his desk...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Electronic Tagging (21 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I thank the Minister for his comprehensive response. One thing I am very heartened by is the number of ideas he has to address this very serious issue. As he said, it is the most pressing issue on his desk currently. I am heartened by the manner in which he is tackling this and by the vigour, enthusiasm and sense of determination he is bringing to his portfolio. It is hugely impressive....

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2022: Motion (21 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Order in draft: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2022 (Section 9(2)) (Amount of Financial Contribution) Order 2025, a copy of which was laid in draft form before Seanad Éireann on 14th May, 2025.

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2022: Motion (21 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: The Minister is very welcome back to the House for the second time today. We are delighted he has rejoined us in the House. At the outset, the people can feel rightly proud of this country's response to the illegal invasion of Ukraine by Russia. The way people opened up their hearts and their houses to help the Ukrainians in their time of need is something we all can feel rightly proud...

Committee on Defence and National Security: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (22 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I will take this opportunity to congratulate the Cathaoirleach. At the last meeting I was online but had a problem being heard; not for the first time. I wish her all the best and have no doubt that she will make a success of it. In relation to my learned colleague from County Cavan, I have no doubt but that if called upon, he will rise to the challenge of the Chair. I wish him all the...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021: Motion (27 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I move: That Seanad Eireann resolves that the period of operation of sections 1 to 7 and 9 of the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021 (No. 14 of 2021) be extended for a further period of 6 months, beginning on the 1st day of June, 2025 and ending on the 30th day of November, 2025.

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021: Motion (27 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: The Minister of State is welcome back to the House this afternoon. This is a straightforward motion, one which my party is very happy to support. It is one of the positive developments that have flowed in recent years. It is great, particularly during good weather, to see so many licensed premises have this outdoor space available to them. It creates a nice vibe and buzz in a town,...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021: Motion (27 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: At 10.30 a.m. tomorrow.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Industrial Development (28 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I thank the Minister of State for taking time to be here. A very impressive, brand-spanking-new IDA advanced technology building, ATB, was completed in Monaghan in 2021 but has been lying idle waiting for an occupier since then. The new 1,400 sq. m building is in the industrial park in Knockaconny, just outside Monaghan town, and has ancillary office space over two floors. ATBs are...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Industrial Development (28 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I thank the Minister of State for that very positive contribution on this unit that has been vacant for a number of years. Ultimately, the final decision rests with those who wish or do not wish to locate, as the Minister of State said. However, I am very heartened by the response this morning. The fact there are negotiations with a company is very positive and I appreciate there is only...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: Yesterday, I attended the Dáil Chamber, where an apology on behalf of the State was made by the Minister, Deputy O'Callaghan, to the family of the late Shane O'Farrell, who lost his life tragically on 2 August 2011. He was 21 years old and a very successful young man. He was very sporting and very academic and was doing a master's degree in law. His life was cut short as a result of a...

Committee on Defence and National Security: General Scheme of the Defence (Amendment) Bill 2025: Discussion (29 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I extend a very warm welcome to Ms Maguire and her team for this very important discussion. I understand today is international peacekeeping day. I take this opportunity to thank sincerely the members of the Defence Forces for the work they have done and continue to do on behalf of the State. It is important that we say we are all extremely proud of the work they do. I am conscious of...

Committee on Defence and National Security: General Scheme of the Defence (Amendment) Bill 2025: Discussion (29 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: Who gives the Department that information that enables it to make its mind up? Who supplies that information that satisfies it on whether this is a good thing or not?

Committee on Defence and National Security: General Scheme of the Defence (Amendment) Bill 2025: Discussion (29 May 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: What about the neutrality bit?

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Defective Building Materials (10 Jun 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I will proceed, if that is okay.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Defective Building Materials (10 Jun 2025)

Robbie Gallagher: I welcome the Minister of State back to the House. This matter relates to defective apartment blocks and where exactly matters stand in that regard. In January 2023, the Government announced its approval of draft legislation to support the remediation of apartments and duplexes constructed between 1991 and 2013 and affected by fire safety, structural safety and water ingress issues. It...