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Seanad: Inter-Country Adoptions (28 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Cathaoirleach for selecting this issue for discussion on the Adjournment and I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Martin Mansergh, for coming to the House to respond. The problems being experienced by couples seeking to adopt children from abroad have been comprehensively discussed in this House, with much of the debate focusing on the situation as it pertains to Vietnam. Much...

Seanad: Inter-Country Adoptions (28 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: I thank the Minister of State for the response. It contains some information that will be of help in responding to the family and people in a similar situation, especially the clarification regarding what the outcome might be for non-Hague countries once the legislation is published. It is a helpful response.

Seanad: Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy (22 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: I also want to be associated with the condolences expressed by my colleagues. I knew Senator Kett before I became a Member of this House. I first got to know him as a representative of the constituency of Dublin Central. The run-up to an election there, no less than in any other constituency, can be a fraught time. I came across him most during those pre-election periods. When I first...

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: Yesterday a member of the Leader's party asked the Leader to give the International Monetary Fund, IMF, an opportunity to address this House. I did not hear the Leader's response to this request but I want to register my complete and utter opposition to such an idea. I do not want the IMF anywhere near this country.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: I hope it forgets we exist at the moment.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: I know we are members but I am completely confident that we have within our own means, with the support of the European Union, the ability to make our country secure. I have great respect for the Member in question and for many of his contributions but I completely oppose this request which sends out the wrong message to those who watch what we do. On the proposal my party advocated, I agree...

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: Exploded.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: At least we were here.

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: I support Senator Fitzgerald's amendment to the Order of Business and formally second it. I wish to comment on the proposals made by other speakers on Seanad reform and the comments of some of my colleagues about the statements of Senator Fitzgerald and Deputy Enda Kenny. It all boils down to one simple point. This institution has largely been created and formed by the Members opposite. We...

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: Is this an institution of vested interests or is it one that will represent the common interest of the people? We propose asking them for their views on whether the Seanad should be retained. This is an institution which has been forged and heavily influenced by the Leader and the other side for the past 20 years. We want to ask the people whether they are happy with this. I also support...

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: What was the Senator doing last week?

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: Not at all. He is looking at reality.

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: The Senator is clutching at straws.

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: The Senator was too busy going on about "The Late Late Show".

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: Take a bow, Joe.

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: We are not calling for a dictatorship.

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: They never turn up.

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: The Senator's party has been in government for two and a half years. It is privileged.

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: The Senator's party is in government.

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2009)

Paschal Donohoe: It is a fact. Senator Regan is stating a fact.