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Seanad: Order of Business (9 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: The mistake that was made was that nearly every town and village was named in other plans. We must ensure real investment that is deliverable and tangible. I agree with Senator Lombard about the issue of the visual arts and commend those on Sherkin Island. We can have the debate on the matter again another day, but I am happy to accept Senator Warfield's amendment to the Order of Business....

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: -----in our deliberations this weekend. I remind him that the Minister of State, Deputy Kehoe, who, I am sure, would be very happy to meet him, was the Minister of State who secured €25 million extra for the Defence Forces in 2018. There will be €98 million in extra capital-----

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: -----in 2018 to 2021, and a capital envelope of €416 million will provide for building works across a variety of barracks. I am of the view that the Minister of State would love to meet the Senator in Cavan and have a debate with him. I am happy to have Senator Craughwell come to Cavan as well. I thank Senator Wilson for his welcome to Cavan. I look forward to the visit and our...

Seanad: Water Services Bill 2017: Second Stage (9 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: Next Wednesday.

Seanad: Water Services Bill 2017: Second Stage (9 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: Next Tuesday at leathuair tar éis a dó.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re the horse and greyhound racing fund regulations 2017, referral to committee, to be taken on conclusion of the Order of Business without debate; No. 2, statements on the diaspora, to be taken at 4.45 p.m. and to conclude no later than 6.15 p.m., with the contribution of group spokespersons not to exceed eight minutes and those of all other Senators not...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: She is right though.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I am glad that the Senator was listening.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: The Senator is most welcome.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: Excuse me, I cannot hear the Senator.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: It is a long step for the Senator.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the 18 Members for their contributions to the Order of Business. I join all Members in extending our sympathies to the Iranian and Iraqi people on the very tragic loss of life in the earthquake at the western province in Iran. I join Senator Ardagh in her comments about the international agencies required to engage and be involved in what will be a major humanitarian aid project....

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: My information is that this will be a full military ceremony in keeping with other military ceremonies. I am not sure where Senator Craughwell's information is coming from but I will be happy to bring it to the attention of the Minister of State at the Department of Defence. I congratulate Senator Reilly because he was very proactive in pushing for the European Investment Bank. He has been...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: Yes, by all means. Senator Wilson also raised section 39 organisations. I praise Senator Feighan for his ongoing work and commend him for his interview on "The View" last week. I praise all sides, in Westminster and in the Oireachtas, for the work they are carrying out. To address Senator Colm Burke's contribution, we will have a debate tomorrow on GPs, during which we can have a...

Seanad: Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2017: Referral to Joint Committee (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I move:That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approves the following Regulations in draft:Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2017,copies of which were laid in draft form before Seanad Éireann on 13th November, 2017, be referred to the Joint Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine, in accordance with Standing Order 71(3)(k), which, not later than 28th November, 2017,...

Seanad: Housing and Rental Market: Statements (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome the Minister and thank him for the debate we are having. I commend the committee of which Senator Boyhan is a member for the work that it has done. As a former Chair of a committee, I think the debates we are having here, and which should also be held in the other House, are of extreme importance given the matters on which joint committees work. The previous Ceann Comhairle,...

Seanad: Housing and Rental Market: Statements (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I said 634 units.

Seanad: Housing and Rental Market: Statements (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: Yes. This €155 million demonstrates the commitment of this Minister to the delivery of social housing. Senator Ó Clochartaigh can speak to the people in Sheridan Court, the people who are waiting for Dean Rock estate or the people looking for housing in Skehard Road. They know that this Government will deliver. We do not just talk or put up placards, we put foundations and...

Seanad: Housing and Rental Market: Statements (14 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: Tá cruinniú agam agus caithfidh mé imeacht. Gabh mo leithscéal

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Family Support Services (15 Nov 2017)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome the Minister, Deputy Zappone, to the House. As Leader, I congratulate her on her Galas success. Grove Cottage, the Togher family support service, is an important community facility that gives access to families who need its services. Some 77 children and families availed of the service last year. This group of people fall between private and public funding and cannot afford a...