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Seanad: Order of Business (4 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: In addition, there was an extra allocation in the budget for respite care services. If I was the Senator, I would talk to the Minister of State who must be doing a good job because last week increased funding for respite care services in Cork was announced. If she wants, I will be happy to let the Senator know the old secret.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I am glad that the Senator has recognised the efforts of Deputy John Paul Phelan on behalf of Kilkenny. It was a great decision by the Minister of State to look after the Deputy. The Senator is right in what she said about counties Laois and Carlow. As she knows, I know the area. There are issues surrounding the border between counties Laois and Carlow, as there are between Cork city and...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: Senator James Reilly referred to the coastal walk in Fingal, the national greenway and the good work being done by Councillor Tom O'Leary. The point made about having a national greenway fund is one we should all support. Based on the work being done in Waterford and other parts of the country, such a fund would be of immense benefit under the umbrella of Healthy Ireland in achieving better...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I hope that will not happen for a while yet.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: The Leas-Chathaoirleach dealt with Senator Terry Leydon very adequately. I hope the Senator-----

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I only hope Senator Terry Leydon will respect the Leas-Chathaoirleach's impartiality and integrity.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: Senator Victor Boyhan raised the very important issue of live cattle exports to the Middle East and the allegations surrounding such exports. None of us can condone the mistreatment of animals. As he rightly said, the cases highlighted by the Senator illustrate the need for traceability. We pride ourselves, in particular, on the excellence of the beef we produce. I hope we can stand over...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I have checked with both Departments and it is the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Seanad: Critical Health Professionals Bill 2017: Second Stage (4 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Marcella Corcoran Kennedy, to the Seanad and the opportunity to speak to the Bill. I commend Senator Keith Swanick for the work he has put into it, as well for its intent and import. In a different era, once people reached a certain age, they were deemed to be beyond use. The aim of the Bill, agreed to by the Department, is to ensure a cohort of...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: The Order of Business is No. 1, Civil Liability (Amendment) Bill 2017 - Committee Stage, to be taken at 12.45 p.m. and to be adjourned no later than 3 p.m., if not previously concluded; No. 2, Misuse of Drugs (Supervised Injecting Facilities) Bill 2017 - Second Stage, to be taken at 3 p.m. and to be adjourned no later than 5 p.m., if not previously concluded, with the contributions of group...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: That never stopped the Leas-Chathaoirleach.

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the 22 Members of the House who contributed. Senator Ardagh rightly raised the issue of disability services and the need for continued investment and improvement. It is important to acknowledge that a huge amount of work needs to be done in the area of disability. Notwithstanding that, I acknowledge that the parents who took to the streets this week have in some cases justifiable...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I ask Senator Craughwell to let me finish. I did not interrupt him. I was not referring to him at all. He did not hear what I said. This is about the security of our State, and oversight is being carried out. Just so Senator Wilson is aware, the issue is a matter for the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, not the Department of Defence.

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I did. When Senator Craughwell raised-----

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: The matter is one for the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and I have answered-----

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I responded to Senator Craughwell on the matter yesterday and, to be fair to Senators Craughwell and Wilson, at their request, we deferred the debate on defence, as Senator Wilson acknowledged. I am happy to have the debate when we can get the Minister before the House because-----

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: The Minister of State at the Department of Defence is the Minister responsible. Deputy Paul Kehoe sits at Cabinet.

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I hope we will not play politics with our national security. I commend Senator Craughwell for his work highlighting matters regarding our Defence Forces but the Minister, Deputy Flanagan, as the Minister with responsibility for foreign affairs, has always put our country first-----

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: -----and is doing a first-class job. Senator Feighan raised the issue of a visit by Mr. Picardo, the Chief Minister of Gibraltar, to the House. It is a matter for the Committee on Procedure and Privileges, CPP. I would be happy to have him come to the House. It is important that he do so. Senator Richmond referred to this as well. The matter Senator Ó Clochartaigh raised regarding...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Apr 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: There is a national pay policy which must be complied with, but if the Senator takes-----