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Seanad: Offences against the State (Amendment) Act 1998: Motion (14 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: I again welcome the Minister to the House and note he is one of the most frequent visitors to the House due to the nature of his portfolio. It was unfortunate that Senator Bradford again used the occasion to give us a distorted history lesson. At some point Senator Bradford and his colleagues might reflect on the involvement of the British state, British authorities and British armed forces...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: Like previous speakers and on behalf my party colleagues, I extend our sincere sympathy to the family of the late Deputy Brian Lenihan. It is welcome that the Leader of the House will provide time tomorrow, for which I thank him, to speak extensively about Brian, his life and achievements. I extend my sympathy also to the family of the late Liam Kelly, a former Member of this House. He was...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: As the Leader is aware, consultation with the social partners is under way. While it is welcome that the Minister is engaging in consultations with the social partners, he should hold discussions with Members also. It is important, therefore, that he come into the Chamber as soon as possible, preferably next week if the Leader can make the necessary arrangements. Like Terry Senator Leyden,...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: There have been numerous calls for the Minister for Health to come into the Chamber to discuss these important issues. That must happen as quickly as possible.

Seanad: Progress on the 20 Year Strategy for the Irish Language: Statements (9 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: Díospóireach fíor-thábhachtach an díospóireacht seo. Is cuid dár saibhreas cultúrtha í an Ghaeilge agus ní mór go gach Seanadóir a chuid a dhéanamh chun an teanga a chaomhnú. I mo chontae féin, i bPort Láirge, tá Gaeltacht na Rinne agus is mór an tairfe a bhaineann pobal an chontae ar fad as, ó thaobh an chultúrtha, an teanga agus na turasóireachta de. I welcome the...

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: It is very difficult to follow the maiden speeches of Senators Marie-Louise O'Donnell and Martin McAleese, whom I commend for their thought-provoking and powerful contributions. Senator Martin McAleese called for this House to act, be relevant and ensure it does its business. When Senator Feargal Quinn spoke about active citizenship, I was reminded that Margaret Thatcher had suggested there...

Seanad: Biological Weapons Bill 2010: Second Stage (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: I welcome the Minister of State to the House. It is her first time here in her capacity as Minister of State, and I sincerely wish her the best of luck in her new job. I agree with what was said by Senator Bacik. This Bill has cross-party support, which is very important for issues such as this one. I welcome that the Bill brings Ireland into line with its obligations under the biological...

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: I second the amendment. I welcome the Minister's appointment as someone from the south east. My wife, who is a councillor in Kilkenny Borough Council, recently attended an event at which he was honoured but I hope he will look after Waterford as well as Kilkenny in his role as Minister. I agree with him that Fianna Fáil Members have brass necks to set out their opposition to water charges...

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: I will explain what Sinn Féin would do. No one interrupts the Fianna Fáil Senators but they have a habit of interrupting everybody else. If Senator Brian Ó Domhnaill gives me the opportunity, I will spell out exactly what Sinn Féin would do.

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: The Senator received his answer in the by-election and the general election.

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: I am glad to hear it.

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: The Senator is addressing me. People voted for change and, in fairness to Fine Gael, it was upfront during the election campaign in regard to supporting water charges. However, the Labour Party was not as upfront or purposeful before the election. It campaigned against the universal social charge, which has devastated a considerable number of families, but it appears to be prepared to...

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: The Minister is taking money from the pockets of people who do not have it to give. He is giving with one hand and taking away with the other. Fine Gael is ready to do this and is supported by the Labour Party. I call on Independent Members and those who advocate on behalf of all those who are marginalised in our society, who have been let down by the crowd who made a mess of the country in...

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: -----to stand up and not just vote with the Government on these issues but to show some integrity and independence-----

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: -----and make sure that they defend the people who are being crucified.

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: We are borrowing hundreds of billions of euro to pay back speculators and gamblers, yet the Government is saying people have to pay more in stealth taxes. We are borrowing money to pay back the gambling debts. This process was begun by Fianna Fáil and is being continued by the Labour Party and Fine Gael. The same people who have been crucified and hurt so much in recent years should not...

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: The Department of Finance provides the figures.

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: The Senator must never have read a Sinn Féin economic policy in his life, if that is what he thinks. That is nonsense.

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: What about Michael Collins?

Seanad: Water Charges: Motion (8 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: That is not what was said before the general election.