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Seanad: Directive of European Parliament on Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children: Statements (19 Sep 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: Absolutely. One of the consequences of the human condition is that we can never really know what it is like to walk in somebody else's shoes. That can be a good or a bad thing. One of the bad things, however, is that we can never fully appreciate what it is like for somebody to be harmed in the way these images indicate, unless one is the victim. That is why it is so important for the EU...

Seanad: Directive of European Parliament on Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children: Statements (19 Sep 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I will give up time to allow everyone to speak.

Seanad: Directive of European Parliament on Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children: Statements (19 Sep 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Senator.

Seanad: Directive of European Parliament on Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children: Statements (19 Sep 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: We are still young.

Seanad: Directive of European Parliament on Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children: Statements (19 Sep 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I was wondering how long I would have to wait for that reference to be mentioned so I thank the Acting Chairman for getting it in quickly during my first appearance before the Seanad. I am delighted to be present today, taking this issue on behalf of the Minister for Justice and Law Reform, Deputy Alan Shatter. Like many Senators who will speak on this topic I wish we were handling a...

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Deputy for this question. I am aware of his interest in the matter because I attended the committee meeting held last week at which he raised it with the Lithuanian ambassador. I have requested an update on the issue. In my work as a constituency representative I have visited a prison because I entirely agree with the point made by Deputy Maureen O'Sullivan that regardless of...

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: What the Acting Chairman should have done was wish me an appropriate number of years in office.

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Acting Chairman for his kind words and colleagues for their contributions and questions. I genuinely assure all of them of my deep respect for the Oireachtas Joint Committee on European Affairs which is ably chaired by Deputy Dominic Hannigan. I look forward to working with all members of the committee in my time in office. I also thank my party colleagues, Deputies Anthony...

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Deputy for his question and thank him for his very kind comments. This issue was raised by Deputy Maureen O'Sullivan in her contribution. It goes back to the issue of tax justice on which many people have been campaigning for many years. I should say that I worked for a multinational company before I got into political life. I think we must be balanced and accurate in how we...

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank Deputy Kyne for his question. I was going to refer in my concluding contribution to the huge contribution of my predecessor but I want to take the opportunity to refer to Deputy Kyne's question. Deputy Creighton did an extraordinary job in this role. Her service to our country and the European project was demonstrated by her intellect, energy and long-standing interest in European...

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank Deputy Crowe for his question and his kind comments on my appointment and the role I played at the Joint Committee on European Affairs. I also acknowledge Deputy Hannigan's comments about the work I did during my tenure on the committee and thank him for them. I assure both of them and the other speakers that I view my engagement with the joint committee and with this Chamber as...

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Deputy.

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Recruitment (16 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: 856. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if the current existing panel of Garda applicants will be used for recruitment; if recruitment for the Garda will commence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34220/13]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Economic and Monetary Union: Discussion (11 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank Professor FitzGerald for his contribution. I agree completely with the point he made about the UK, its environment and its relationship with the European Union. One of the challenges we face is that we are so immersed in the here and now and that the political and government systems are so immersed in the unemployment crisis, the fiscal crisis and the social challenges with which...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Priorities for Lithuanian Presidency of the Council of the European Union: Discussion (11 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: With regard to the economic situation in Lithuania, I could not help but notice that according to our briefing note, in 2009 it had a fiscal deficit of 9.5% and four years later this has fallen to 3.2%, which is a rate of adjustment almost twice what has been achieved in Ireland. Will Mr. Purlys explain the changes which have been made to deal with this to hospitals, schools and public...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Priorities for Lithuanian Presidency of the Council of the European Union: Discussion (11 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: Why does Lithuania want to join the euro?

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Crime Prevention (11 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: 181. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the actions that are open to an Garda Síochána in respect of begging; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34081/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Home Care Packages (11 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: 233. To ask the Minister for Health when funding will be made available to allow for a home care package to be put in place following a recent discharge from hospital in respect of persons (details supplied) in Dublin 7; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34011/13]

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Census of Population Publication (9 Jul 2013)

Paschal Donohoe: 116. To ask the Taoiseach the reason data from the 1926 census will not be made publicly available until 2027; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33146/13]