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Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I have fully respected the Senator's position in this House, and I did not interrupt him.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I want the message to go out loud and clear to the responsible media in particular that under no circumstances was it ever contemplated that this House would not sit because of a game of golf. To my knowledge, the event that took place yesterday was arranged last January. One Member on this side of the House played, namely, myself, as well as three colleagues on the opposite side to honour...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Prendergast called for a debate on the HSE with regard to St. Luke's and funding for mental health. I have given a commitment to hold such a debate. The Minister of State, Deputy John Moloney, is very supportive and is willing to come to the House when invited to debate any matter related to his portfolio. Senator Martin Brady and Senator John Hanafin brought to the attention of the...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (13 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Paddy Burke asked me to bring to the Minister's attention the problem being experienced by many people in communicating with driving test centres. This is a serious issue and I will convey the Senator's strong views to the Minister. Senator Nicky McFadden raised the AIB shareholder meeting that was held today. Many people have lost their savings and, perhaps, even the savings they...

Seanad: Order of Business (13 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No. 1(a), Adoption Bill 2009 - Report Stage, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business and to adjourn not later than 5.30 p.m., if not previously concluded; and No. 29, Private Members' motion No. 32 regarding the lack of business confidence, to be taken at 5.30 p.m. and to conclude not later than 7.30 p.m.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senators Twomey, O'Toole, Hannigan, MacSharry, Coghlan and Walsh welcomed all candidates in the forthcoming elections. People who stop their lives for five, ten or 20 years to make themselves available to the people are to be congratulated for their courage and commitment. We wish all candidates well in the forthcoming elections, including the long-standing former Senator, Paschal Mooney,...

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I am merely giving balance. From the Opposition's point of view, 80% is not a bad percentage.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: We look forward to debating issues on the doorsteps with the electorate. They will decide. Every country has been touched by the ravages of the current downturn. We are no different. We are an open and small economy and are probably worst hit in that regard. We are also the economy which can come back the quickest. I look forward to the rebound starting in the United States. We are...

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I also put on the record of the House that our colleagues in the Green Party and the Progressive Democrats-----

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: -----have been excellent. Senator Buttimer's party benefited more than we did in that regard.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Our colleagues in the Green Party, its Ministers and Minister of State, have been excellent in respect of-----

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: -----the difficult decisions that must be made. We all know how easy it is to be the hurler on the ditch. However, when one must play some ground hurling and play centre stage it is a different ball game.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I have the great distinction of being one of the few to wear the maroon and white in my time.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Coffey referred to local government reform and made an urgent request to which I can accede today. I understand that local government reform is being reviewed and examined at present along with the issue of directly elected mayors. I can think of no one better to represent the people of Dublin, should he show the sign, than the great Bertie Ahern.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: If a number two were requested it would stay on the northside with Senator Norris and colleagues. We would not look much further than North Great Georges Street.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Harris has enhanced the House by his membership. I fully agree with his remarks and salute Edna O'Brien. The Senator pointed out to the House the great work that is in progress and the wonderful contribution she has made. Senator Buttimer called for a debate on alcohol and related problems. Such a debate should take place here once every year. I am pleased to inform the House that...

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: My colleague from Westmeath, Senator McFadden, called for a debate on fixed rate mortgages. This is something we should have over the next few weeks and I will endeavour to have the debate take place. It is urgent and pressing. It is a difficult matter but those who have lost their jobs are caught in a very difficult situation. Given that we, as legislators, are doing so much to help out...

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No. 1, Companies (Amendment) Bill 2009 - Second Stage (resumed), to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business, with spokespersons having 15 minutes and all other Senators eight minutes. Senators may share time by agreement of the House.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: We cannot mention names.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: We cannot mention names in the House.