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Seanad: Order of Business (22 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: ——never been seen before.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: We must recognise that there are some people in the Senator's party who see this clearly. I could not disagree with a word of what Senator Mary White said earlier. Obviously she has a clear idea of what is going on outside this House but Senator White and others in her party should consider their position. You do not have to support the Government on this issue.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: You can move to our benches.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Financial Support) Act 2008: Motion (17 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: I am glad the Minister of State is present because we have awaited this scheme for a while. However, the scheme and its clauses are disappointing. Like the previous speakers, I would like the board representation increased to a minimum of two people. The Labour Party believes they should be representative of the people who are bailing out the banks. We would like a taxpayer's...

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: I reiterate that we want the Minister for Finance in the House tomorrow. He was kind enough to attend the all-night debate a few weeks ago and it is only fair that he comes to the House tomorrow to discuss the scheme. Having spoken to my colleagues, we are happy to do our bit and be in the House until whatever time it takes tomorrow night and come back Saturday, if needed, but we need to...

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: We have a limit.

Seanad: Report on EU Climate-Energy Package: Statements (16 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: I welcome the Minister of State to the House. I also welcome broadly the publication of the scrutiny report which contains many useful recommendations. I agree with the committee's recommendation that we lend our support to the policy framework proposed in the document. Over the past six months, every country has been affected by a period of sustained financial turmoil as the global economy...

Seanad: Report on EU Climate-Energy Package: Statements (16 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: I thank the Cathaoirleach for that clarification. We are close to the tipping point and we will not use climate change as a political football. We need fresh thinking across a range of ideas, including nuclear power. There are people in all parties who would welcome an open debate on this subject. We need urgency in our consideration of all options. We have no oil or coal of our own, but...

Seanad: Volunteering in Irish Society: Statements (14 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: I am pleased to have the opportunity to discuss this subject and I welcome the Minister of State to the House. As the Labour Party's Seanad spokesperson on community affairs, I am aware of the real and positive benefits of volunteerism to the community. I have also done some voluntary work at home and overseas, which has given me a perspective on the benefits of volunteerism. Our country...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: It is not often I defend the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, Deputy Gormley, but it is unfair to criticise him on the issue of one-off housing in rural areas. Many of us come from rural areas and are aware of the pressures young families face in trying to get planning permission for one-off homes. Some parts of Ireland are suffering from rural depopulation. As...

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: Hear, hear.

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: We welcome yesterday's decision to lower interest rates worldwide. For the average borrower this makes a difference of approximately €100 per month, if one has a tracker mortgage. However, for those on a variable mortgage the situation is different. In such cases it is up to the banks and financial institutions to decide whether to pass the reduction on, as my colleague, Senator O'Toole,...

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: We know.

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: I agree with what my colleague, Senator Alex White, said earlier. Some Senators have queried the levels of understanding within this House about the banking crisis. I cannot understand how we will be expected to vote on a budget next week without having seen the details of the scheme. We do not have details of how much it will cost the country. We do not know anything about contingencies....

Seanad: Order of Business (7 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: Since the introduction of post-leaving certificate courses 20 years ago, hundreds of thousands of students have taken advantage of the opportunities offered to go back to school and retrain. Last year, I spoke in this House about the McIver report, which was completed four years ago. The report was published as part of an attempt to strengthen the adult education sector and increase the...

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: Yesterday saw the start of the oral appeal held by An Bord Pleanála against the proposed meat and bone incinerator at Nobber, County Meath. Another incinerator is being foisted on the people of the north east when they have clearly stated their objection to the whole concept of incineration. I ask the Leader to clarify with the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government...

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Financial Support) Bill 2008: Committee Stage. (1 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: This is about improving regulation and ensuring safeguards are in place. A committee of three wise people will not place an inordinate demand for funding on the Department. It is sensible to include something like this in the Bill so I ask the Minister to accept this amendment.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Financial Support) Bill 2008: Committee Stage. (1 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: Will the Minister enshrine it in legislation?

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Financial Support) Bill 2008: Committee Stage. (1 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: With respect to the Minister, these matters are very detailed. No one in this House is an expert on international finance. It is imperative we get experts in to advise us on a regular basis.

Seanad: Credit Institutions (Financial Support) Bill 2008: Committee Stage. (1 Oct 2008)

Dominic Hannigan: Members are being fobbed off in this regard. There is no obligation to place a report before the House before 2009. The support period will run out in 2010 and anyone who has been involved in the preparation of reports is aware it could be months into 2009 before such a report would be received. As this could take place after July, it is possible that Members would not receive a report...