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Seanad: Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines: Statements. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: Senator Bannon did not talk about him or quote him and now he wishes to claim him. Perhaps the Minister can include those lines from Oliver Goldsmith in his next speech as they are most suitable.

Seanad: Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines: Statements. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: The spelling mistake was "to" instead of "too". Of course one needs people to live in these areas. They are not sanctified habitats for rare bats and birds, although I approve of such habitats. I know from previous conversations with the Minister that he is aware, and it echoed throughout his speech, that this must be balanced. The snooty writers living in penthouse apartments or restored...

Seanad: Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines: Statements. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: They do not discriminate between what is and is not possible. The Senator is correct.

Seanad: Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines: Statements. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: Then the elected representatives are blamed for the failure of the application.

Seanad: Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines: Statements. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: I commend Senator McCarthy on a very fine speech. I should point out that it was agreed that if the number of Senators wishing to speak in the debate exceeds the time allowed, we will revisit the issue at a later date. In those circumstances, the Minister will not conclude today and will return to the House for a resumed debate, if necessary. That situation may not arise, but I will attend to...

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: It was suggested some time ago by Senator Brian Hayes that the House should debate the proposed EU constitution with the Members of the European Parliament from this country. The Senator subsequently informed me that MEPs will have a home week — MEPs spend one week in every four or five weeks in their home member states — in the middle of May. After the officials of this House acquired...

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: We have not yet received replies from the MEPs because the letters have just been sent. I have mentioned to the Cathaoirleach that we have invited all the Irish MEPs to come to the House to talk about the EU constitution. I will report the progress that we make in that respect to the House at it happens. Senator Brian Hayes's proposal was an excellent idea, which was followed up as soon as...

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: On previous occasions, I found it very upsetting that so few Senators were in the Chamber when an MEP was present, especially after we had gone to so much trouble to make the arrangements. If we are to have a European day, it would be appropriate if all Senators, including those who have asked this morning for a debate on European matters, were present in the House. However, I appreciate that...

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: Perhaps it was a May Day protest.

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: Yes. It took place in March. Although the 150 women were not threatening, they were being beaten to the ground with batons by the police. It showed an appalling lack of regard for people's civil rights. While Turkey is keen to join the EU, it has much to learn. This issue should be considered during the debate that will take place when the Irish MEPs are in the House. I will speak about the...

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: We are hoping to have the debate on waste next week. Senator Ryan referred to the Taoiseach speaking in Madrid on language policy. It is great the Taoiseach is talking about this issue but I did not like the comments from France listing all the other languages it has. Senator Ryan also raised the issue of divorce in the context of harmonisation of EU law and credited Senator Terry, who had...

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: There are grants for such schemes and I know Longford will be busy getting that work done. Senator Maurice Hayes sought a debate on Europe and praised Senator Ó Murchú and the Irish language. The Senator also noted his appreciation for Dr. Marie Cassidy. Senator Feighan proposed a debate on value for money. The Senator mentioned the enterprise board in his own county, which has less...

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: Senator Leyden expressed his regret at remarks made in the House by Senator Ryan, and has spoken to the individual concerned. Senator Paddy Burke raised the matter of waste and recycling. We hope to have that debate next week. The House will not sit on Tuesday next week.

Seanad: Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines: Statements. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: The circumstances are too diverse.

Seanad: Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines: Statements. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: Indeed they do.

Seanad: Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines: Statements. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: It is very necessary.

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on sustainable rural housing guidelines, to be taken on the completion of the Order of Business and to conclude at 1.30 p.m., with contributions of spokespersons not to exceed 15 minutes and other Senators not to exceed ten minutes, the Minister to be called upon to reply not later than ten minutes before the conclusion of the statements.

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: He stopped her gallop.

Seanad: Road Safety: Motion. (27 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: Hear, hear.

Seanad: Road Safety: Motion. (27 Apr 2005)

Mary O'Rourke: Yes.