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Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the nine Members who contributed to the Order of Business. They caught me on the hop. I was not really ready.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I was actually. Senator Horkan raised the issue of hospital waiting lists. They are a source of concern and Government has committed to a further allocation of funding to tackle the trolley crisis and reduce inpatient and outpatient waiting lists. We have some seen some action in terms of numbers. It is important to recognise that reducing waiting times is a priority for Government. We...

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Is the Senator asking for that to be taken today?

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Which one is it?

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I am slow to take it today on the basis that I had no foreknowledge of the motion coming before the House. I do not want to divide the House on a very important issue, which I know was raised by Senator Gavan previously, but could Senator Devine wait until next Tuesday because it is important that we get proper notification of a motion?

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Yes, there is a possibility. I do not want to divide the House. I have not read the motion, to be honest. I do not want to fly blind on this. I am not against the motion. If the Senator could wait until next Tuesday, I would be happy to take it then. Could the Senator submit it again on Tuesday? Senator Devine also raised the issue of the proposed sex offenders amendment Bill. This is...

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: The sex offenders (amendment) Bill is being drafted to update the Sex Offenders Act. We hope to publish it in the autumn. Senator Humphreys raised the issue of the good weather in the context of public order, health and safety and alcohol misuse. I went out to Dún Laoghaire pier on Tuesday night and got caught in traffic coming back in from the concert. The Senator makes the point...

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: The Senator has a thing about the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I think we will head for the end line. Senator Byrne rightly welcomed the extra special needs assistants, SNAs, for Limerick. I commend her on her advocacy on behalf of Limerick. She is a very strong voice. It is good that more SNAs are being employed, particularly in the Limerick area. I join with Senator Byrne in calling on the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport and the...

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I do not have the schedule in front of me but, from memory, it will be the week of 10 July, but I am open to clarification on that. I will consult with the Senator after the Order of Business.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I will accept the amendment. I will not divide the House.

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re Employment Equality Act 1998 (section 12) (reservation of vocational training places) Order 2018 - referral to committee, to be taken on conclusion of the Order of Business; No. 2, Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017 - Committee Stage, to be taken at 4.45 p.m. and adjourned at 6 p.m., to be resumed at 7.30 p.m. and adjourned at 11 p.m., if not...

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Bravo. Take an Oscar.

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Does Senator Bacik want to brief Senator Craughwell?

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Has anyone heard of the likes of today?

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Now who is doing a deal with the devil?

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the 25 Members for their contributions on the Order of Business. I will begin with Senator Ardagh and the important point she raised regarding apprenticeships. I wish to remind Senator Ardagh that Government has again announced a further €8 million investment in apprenticeships creating an increase of 2,300 places. Government aims to double the number of apprenticeships by...

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I remind Senator Clifford-Lee that we are still putting the pieces together from the country that her party wrecked. Apprenticeships fell by-----

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Does Senator Clifford-Lee want to do the Order of Business?

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I had to listen to all Members giving their particular broadcasts for an hour, so I am going to reply with my particular broadcast.