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Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: The Senator had his chance to make his point in the European Parliament so I ask him to listen to what is going on in this House and to give a bit of respect. He is not on Roscommon County Council now.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: The EU external action service has sought urgent clarification of the situation in both Washington and Brussels. The EU is now expecting to hear from the US authorities and I understand that the EU High Representative, Catherine Ashton, has also spoken directly to the US Secretary of State, John Kerry at a meeting in Brunei. Ireland has already expressed its concerns to the US Embassy in...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Unfortunately, we saw a number of instances over the weekend of damage to the protected raised bogs. The Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Deputy Jimmy Deenihan, has worked very hard to try to solve the problem. Senator John Whelan has mentioned that €4 million has been spent on compensation payments and turf delivery schemes to date. There is no need for people to...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: That is the current position.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I will invite the Minister to come to the House to speak about the points raised. I doubt any Minister could do as much as he has done in the past year or so in negotiations, but a small number of people choose to break the law on this issue. Senator David Cullinane asked whether I was aware of further tapes in regard to Anglo Irish Bank. I am not aware of further tapes, but there may be...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: If the Minister cannot come and provide further clarification, the code of conduct is clear for everybody. Senator Marc MacSharry asked about criminal investigations in regard to Anglo Irish Bank and other banks. Investigations are ongoing and no resources will be spared in bringing people to justice. The Taoiseach is on record in that regard and that would also be the wish of everybody in...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Darragh O'Brien called for a debate on the code of conduct on mortgage arrears. There was a similar request last week, in response to which I indicated that Members would have a chance to raise the matter with the Minister for Finance when he attended the Chamber to take Second and Committee Stages of the Central Bank (Supervision and Enforcement) Bill 2011.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: There was ample opportunity during that debate for Members who raised this issue on the Order of Business to outline their concerns with the Minister.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senators had ample time to discuss the issue with the Minister. The code of conduct is devised by the Central Bank, which surely indicates that there was scope to discuss it during the debate on a Bill entitled the Central Bank (Supervision and Enforcement) Bill.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Ivana Bacik and others referred to the Anglo tapes, which were discussed at length on the Order of Business yesterday. She also referred to the constitutional convention. I intend to invite the chairman of that body to the House in September to update Members on its proceedings. Senator Sean D. Barrett referred to the address made by the Taoiseach to the European Parliament. I note...

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: We missed the Senator last week.

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: The Order of Business is No. 2, Criminal Law (Human Trafficking) (Amendment) Bill 2013 Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil - Report and Final Stages, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business and conclude not later than 4.15 p.m.; No. 1, Courts and Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2013 - Report Stage, to be taken at the conclusion of No. 2 and be adjourned not later...

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Gilroy made relevant points relating to the sale of an Anglo Irish Bank subsidiary in Austria which should form part of the banking inquiry - I am sure it will. Senator Quinn raised the issue of generic drugs in addition to the traceability of food and the question of labelling. I understand Senator Quinn proposes to introduce a Bill dealing with that matter soon, possibly next...

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I did not say that.

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Kelly was one of a number of Senators who raised the issue of the banking inquiry. A Bill on the inquiries is proceeding at present in the Lower House. I have informed the Taoiseach that we will facilitate the passage of this Bill prior to the summer recess. It is very important that we deal with this significant legislation before the end of July. Senator Trevor Ó...

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Gilroy made relevant points relating to the sale of an Anglo Irish Bank subsidiary in Austria which should form part of the banking inquiry - I am sure it will. Senator Quinn raised the issue of generic drugs in addition to the traceability of food and the question of labelling. I understand Senator Quinn proposes to introduce a Bill dealing with that matter soon, possibly next...

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I did not say that.

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I certainly disagree with the interpretation of Senator MacSharry, the Acting Leader of the Opposition, of the proposed code of conduct on mortgage arrears. Today we will debate Committee Stage of the Central Bank (Supervision and Enforcement) Bill, and what better time to raise points on the Central Bank and its code of conduct than when discussing the Bill? There will be ample opportunity...

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I know they have no leaders. Senator Conway wondered whether the Government is aware of the anger of the public, and I assure him it is fully aware of it. This was outlined particularly at the parliamentary party meeting at which many members expressed the same sentiments as have been expressed in the House in recent days. I also note Senator Conway's welcome for the treaty on intellectual...

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Jun 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I welcome back our friend and colleague, Senator Norris. It is great to see him back in the House.