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Seanad: Order of Business (9 Jun 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I will be taking statements, as is usual.

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Jun 2009)

Donie Cassidy: No, we will have statements.

Seanad: Resignation of Member (9 Jun 2009)

Donie Cassidy: On behalf of the House I join with the Cathaoirleach in congratulating Alan Kelly on his election to the European Parliament. It is a great honour and a great distinction. I hope the experience he has gained from deliberating in the Upper House will stand him well when representing our country for the next five years.

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Jun 2009)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No. 1, Companies (Amendment) Bill 2009 - Report and Final Stages, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business; and No. 2, Aviation (Preclearance) Bill 2009 - Order for Second Stage and Second Stage, to be taken at the conclusion of No. 1, with spokespersons to speak for ten minutes and all other Senators for seven minutes, Senators to share time by...

Seanad: Bord Bia Order: Motion (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Order in draft: An Bord Bia (Transfer of Functions of An Bord Iascaigh Mhara relating to Fish Marketing) Order 2009, a copy of which Order in draft was laid before Seanad Éireann on 1 May 2009.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: It was 24 May actually.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senators Twomey, O'Toole, McCarthy, Callely, O'Donovan, Bacik, Harris, Ó Murchú, Buttimer, Butler, McFadden, Coffey and Mullen expressed strong views on the report of the Commission to Inquire into Child Abuse, a matter of serious concern to every person on the island of Ireland. I have no difficulty in providing further time for debate, as agreed with the leaders of the groups, when...

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Credit unions have made an immense contribution to every small income-earning family in every town and village and of every political creed. They are to be congratulated for their success. However, as Senator O'Toole has pointed out, certain areas must be debated. Perhaps the Senator will raise the issue with the Minister, Deputy Brian Lenihan, who will be in the House for part of our...

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Young and new candidates make up 40% of those who are standing for my party in the local elections. They have to become known by the public. We will not go on forever, so we have to bring along the next generation.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator O'Toole and other colleagues will have to understand that when they make their views known.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: In regard to conduct at election time, Senator Buttimer has brought the word "conduct" to my attention. Those who go on pilgrimage should be allowed a postal vote. This is not always the case, however. Senator Walsh called for a debate on equality issues. I have no difficulty in allocating time for this issue. Senator Healy Eames referred to the dreadful death of Melissa Mahon. This has...

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I accept the Cathaoirleach's ruling. The fear must be put in the law in regard to penalties.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Keaveney called for a debate on melanoma and breast cancers, which have long challenged our society. I have no difficulty in arranging time for such a debate. Senator Coghlan spoke about his town of Killarney. Perhaps a matter raised on the Adjournment would allow him to get the information he seeks. I have always been supportive of him in regard to the beautiful town of Killarney.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Callely spoke about the National Asset Management Agency, NAMA. It appears that some people simply do not understand what is intended for NAMA.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: My understanding, which is only as good as most Members of the House, is that NAMA was set up to cleanse bad loans from banks so they can start to lend again.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: It is not about property developers. The intention is to put the banks into a position whereby they can lend again to families and small businesses so that credit can flow. This is essential if we are to create and sustain employment. This is the simple explanation I have put together for a Senator who inquired about the matter yesterday. I wish the Minister well in his efforts to free up...

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: It was a commitment, not a promise.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I am still awaiting a reply and am doing everything I can for the good Senator. I can assure him of that.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I assure the Senator of that.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re transfer of functions of Bord Iascaigh Mhara - back from committee, to be taken without debate at the conclusion of the Order of Business; and No. 2, Finance Bill 2009 - all Stages, with Second Stage to commence at the conclusion of No. 1, to conclude not later than 2 p.m., with spokespersons having 12 minutes to speak, all other Senators eight...