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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport: Policy, Governance, Expenditure and Administration at RTÉ: Discussion (28 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Yes, but Mr. Lynch is leading it. Does he know if external directors are being paid-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport: Policy, Governance, Expenditure and Administration at RTÉ: Discussion (28 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Mr. Lynch is leading it and he is not sure.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport: Policy, Governance, Expenditure and Administration at RTÉ: Discussion (28 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I have one final question. Information was released showing that there were 116 external activities in the last quarter of 2024. A total of 16% of those cost between €1,000 and €5,000 and 1% cost just over €10,000. I ask the witnesses to outline, for that 17%, how many people were involved and what kind of work they did.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport: Policy, Governance, Expenditure and Administration at RTÉ: Discussion (28 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Can Mr. Bakhurst give us some examples?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport: Policy, Governance, Expenditure and Administration at RTÉ: Discussion (28 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Can Mr. Bakhurst send a list of the activities?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport: Policy, Governance, Expenditure and Administration at RTÉ: Discussion (28 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: How many people went?

Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Business of Joint Committee (27 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I have been a Senator since 2020. This, therefore, is my second term. I am also Vice Chair of this committee since last week. I am a member of the Council of Europe, along with Senator Stephenson. I have a keen interest in foreign affairs and foreign policy, particularly with regard to Ukraine. I worked a lot with Ukrainian colleagues regarding displaced children from Ukraine since the...

Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Business of Joint Committee (27 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I welcome the Minister of State to the committee and congratulate him on his portfolio. It is something he has been interested in since long before he was a Seanad Member and I know he will do very good work. I also acknowledge his staff. As I said in my opening contribution, I had the privilege of working in the Department of Foreign Affairs for a period and I witnessed the dedication and...

Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Business of Joint Committee (27 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: The Minister of State mentioned the EU Presidency in his opening statement, which we will hold at the second half of 2026, and about maternal health being a priority. What other priorities does he think he and the Department should have during those six months? The last question relates to the diaspora abroad. I have had a number cases in recent months of Irish citizens who have been...

Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Business of Joint Committee (27 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: For the record, I engaged with the consulate in New York and they were exceptional to deal with.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Local Government Reform (21 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I wish to also be associated with the condolences on the very sad passing of the Minister of State's sister. I hope he is well and it is good to see him back. We are all thinking of him. As the Minister of State is aware, a number of years ago there were new security allowances put in place for public representatives. This was in light of the change in society, the change in the...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Local Government Reform (21 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I thank the Minister of State. He is right that 23 councillors out of 949 applying for the scheme means that there is something wrong with it. This has been recognised by the Department of housing and it has acted quickly. The Minister of State noted that the business case is being considered by the Department of public expenditure. I acknowledge the importance of this. However,...

Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (20 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I thank everyone for the democratic process, which is very important. As I said last week, I look forward to working with each member in this committee. I think we have a great team of 14 Oireachtas Members who can do an awful lot of work over the next five years. I look forward to working with them all.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on mental health and suicide prevention, to be taken at 12 noon and to conclude at 1.15 p.m., if not previously concluded, with the time allocated to the opening remarks of the Minister not to exceed seven minutes, group spokespersons not to exceed ten minutes, all other Senators not to exceed three minutes and time may be shared, and the Minister to...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I thank all the Senators for their contributions. Senators O'Loughlin and Tully spoke about the tragic case of Clodagh Hawe and her three children. First, I acknowledge the incredible bravery of Jacqueline to be able to speak about this tragic incident that happened to her sister and her nieces and nephews and to write a book about it. Senator O'Loughlin raised the serious crime review...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Exactly. This issue is really important, however. The people of Kerry need to receive the sort of service they are used to receiving. I agree with the Senator that the HSE needs to consult with all public representatives in the area to make sure that a satisfactory agreement is put in place. Senator Sarah O'Reilly raised the issue of deportation orders. There are an awful lot more...

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I welcome those from St. Mary's secondary school in Edenderry, County Offaly. They are very welcome and I hope they have a lovely day today.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I call Senator Maria Byrne, who I believe will share time with Senators Scahill and Cathal Byrne.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I understand that Senators Nicole Ryan and Pauline Tully wish to share time. Is that agreed? Agreed.