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Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: If we all recognised that and operated on that basis we would be doing a lot for the standard of our debates.

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: I concur with the comments of Senator Quinn and note the sensible observations he made on banking. There is no doubt about the deficit of business experience on all sides in the Oireachtas. This imbalance needs to be redressed and we must have an input from a sector which can play a constructive role in developing Government and public policy. The Minister has recognised this requirement...

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: I move: That Seanad Éireann welcomes the Government initiative to introduce a biofuel obligation scheme in July 2010, in view of the benefits accruing in terms of emissions reductions from transport, in terms of increased security of supply for road transport fuel, and the increased potential for employment and economic activity from domestic production of biofuel. The motion is a...

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: On a point of order-----

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: With respect, I have not yet made the point of order. It will only take half a minute to hear this point. The amendment deals with a proposed merger of Bord na Móna and Coillte. It is unrelated to introducing a bio-fuel obligation scheme that is designed to meet EU regulations. The motion and the amendment concern different subject matters, are mutually exclusive and incompatible.

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: I will continue to make my points in my contribution. These two subjects are completely different matters. Standing Order 41 states that if the wording of an amendment is a direct negative to the motion-----

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: The amendment is neither mutually exclusive nor compatible. Where an amendment negates the motion, as this does by taking away the wording of the substantive motion-----

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: I am speaking on the motion. I am continuing my point in respect of the motion. In fact, the amendment is an entirely different sentiment and from the point of view debating, particularly in the Houses of the Oireachtas, it is important that the normal rules of debate apply. Therefore, amendments should and must be relevant.

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: I am putting the point for the consideration of the Leas-Chathaoirleach.

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: It is not a filibuster.

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: I would like to continue without interruption and I would like the Leas-Chathaoirleach to consider my point. There is merit in what I say if one reads the motion and the amendment. The amendment has no relevance to the motion. In supporting the motion, we have moved a great deal in a short space of time towards embracing green energy and the requirement to reduce our CO2 emissions. Our...

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: Is the Senator sure he is in order?

Seanad: ^ Bio-fuel Obligation Scheme: Motion. ^ (18 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: The motion and amendment are complementary.

Seanad: Order of Business (19 Nov 2009)

Jim Walsh: I repeat the call I made last week for an early debate on right to life issues, including abortion and euthanasia. I note that the Irish Medical Organisation has produced a document on such matters. The related subject of capital punishment was raised last week by the former president of the High Court, Mr. Justice Richard Johnson. It is important for us to debate such matters at an early...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (1 Dec 2009)

Jim Walsh: I compliment the Leader on ordering the debate on the Murphy report for Thursday. It is essential that the voices of these Houses are heard in this regard. I agree with Senator John Paul Phelan that while much of the information was in the public domain previously, its compilation in one document sends shockwaves through reasonable people everywhere, who are appalled by it. This underlines...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (1 Dec 2009)

Jim Walsh: My views are well known with regard to the right to life, which is the most fundamental of all human rights. Nobody has the right to interfere with it in any shape or form. However, a very close second to that crime would be the defilement and destruction of the innocence of people. There is a very short period in people's lives, up to adolescence and perhaps a little beyond, where the joy...

Seanad: Pre-Budget Outlook: Statements (1 Dec 2009)

Jim Walsh: I listened with interest to Senator Bradford's fair and measured contribution. We have come to expect such contributions from him. I also listened with interest to contributions from Senators Butler, MacSharry, Mullen and others, including the Minister of State. I must admit that I missed some Members' contributions as a result of the fact that I was obliged to carry out other duties....

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Dec 2009)

Jim Walsh: We had a good debate on the budget yesterday. For the next week and beyond the main topic of discussion for people will be the budget. Nobody here is certain of what exactly has been agreed in the discussions. There are reports in the newspapers that there will be a pay cut of 7% or similar, which I think is too low, plus 12 days unpaid leave. If it is a case of unpaid leave with no pay...

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Dec 2009)

Jim Walsh: They could take those days in July and August.

Seanad: Order of Business (17 Dec 2009)

Jim Walsh: I support the comments made by Senator Quinn regarding the leaving cert applied. Everything he said was correct. We should have a debate on that matter because those who take the leaving cert applied are steering in a direction that is not necessarily academic. Therefore, there must be an avenue for them to access the institutions. We should also have a debate on general education within...