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Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (28 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: When it comes to simple arithmetic, I believe I am first in the class in the Seanad.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (28 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: The debate on Seanad reform will take place in the House from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. this evening. I regret it is only a two-hour debate because it could last for an entire day. I ask that the Clerk present the 25 Members of the 23rd Seanad who were not Members of the Dáil or Seanad heretofore, and the ten Members who had been Members of the Dáil — 35 in all — with the last two reports...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (28 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: I refer to all panels in this House and not just to the one whose representatives seem to be the most vocal. That is the nature of their panel but ultimately we are all Members in our own right and all have individual and collective responsibility. Senators Ellis and Feeney called for the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government to come to the House to discuss the...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (28 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: The facts speak for themselves. Young Senators coming into the House with very good reputations should not get caught up in the political rhetoric of councillors or Members of the Dáil. We come to this House to discuss facts. There will be a major expansion of the rail network to the west, although that may not occur in Derry, Donegal or in counties to which we would like to see it...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (28 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Ivor Callely asked about the up-to-date position on the pharmacy dispute. As Senators know, many public representatives from the Taoiseach down were very involved in this matter last week because we were all concerned. Meetings took place over two or three days with Ministers and opposition leaders and the Taoiseach met the pharmacy organisation at the weekend. I have a letter from...

Seanad: Third Programme of Law Reform: Motion (28 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: I move: That Seanad Éireann request the Joint Committee on Justice, Equality, Defence and Women's Rights, or a sub-committee thereof, to consider including in public session, the Third Programme of Law Reform prepared by the Law Reform Commission and to report back to Seanad Éireann on or before 6th December 2007.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re the third programme of law reform, referral to committee without debate, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business; No. 2, statements on realising equality and the Traveller community, to be taken at the conclusion of No. 1 and to conclude no later than 5 p.m., with the contributions of spokespersons not to exceed ten minutes and those of...

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: I have been asked about the situation in Lea's Cross in recent weeks. I have been informed today by the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform that it followed up on the media reports on the Lea's Cross issue. The Garda has kept in contact with the DPP's office on the matter and on 14 June it was agreed that they would await receipt of the O'Donovan report commissioned by the HSE,...

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: While it is not on the Order of Business——

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: ——like the Cathaoirleach and me he is also a Pioneer and it is good to see someone who has time available from sitting at a bar counter putting it to good use for the community.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: As for the forthcoming event next Sunday, I wish Senator Mullen well because he will attend the enthronement of the new cardinal, Archbishop Seán Brady. He will represent the Seanad there with distinction.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Glynn called for a debate on organ donations and I can facilitate a debate on this issue. Senator Glynn also expressed serious concerns and called for a debate on house estate management. I also can leave time aside for that matter. Senators Mullen and Walsh also expressed their views on the up-to-date technology and the announcement on stem cell research. This constitutes a great...

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: However, this matter pertains to the cost of labour. Members are aware of the creation by Wedgwood of 1,500 jobs in Indonesia. This is the reality and a serious challenge faces the Government, the country and Members as legislators in respect of the future direction to take regarding employment. I will pass on the Senator's views to the Minister. Senators Doherty and Ó Murchú expressed...

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: While it may not be for his expertise in the political arena, certainly in the area——

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: ——of his commitment to James Joyce. I refer to that wonderful subject in which he is distinguished.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: I have no difficulty in setting aside time for this purpose. I have taken on board Senator Bacik's comments and will see what I can do to pass on her views to the Minister. I also can set aside time for the matters raised by Senator Ó Domhnaill. Senator Hanafin suggested the House should congratulate the Department of Health and Children on Ireland's status as one of the safest countries...

Seanad: Joint Committee on the Constitutional Amendment on Children: Motion (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: I move: (1) That a Select Committee consisting of four members of Seanad Éireann be joined with a Select Committee to be appointed by Dáil Éireann to form the Joint Committee on the Constitutional Amendment on Children to: (a) examine the Twenty-Eighth Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2007; and (b) consider the text set out in the Schedule to that Bill with regard to the following:- (i)...

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No.1, motion on the Joint Committee on the Constitutional Amendment on Children, to be taken without debate at the conclusion of the Order of Business; and No. 2, statements on education, to be taken at the conclusion of No.1 and to conclude not later than 1.30 p.m., if not previously concluded, with the contributions of spokespersons not to exceed ten minutes and...

Seanad: Postal Services: Motion (21 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: Tomorrow at 10.30 a.m.

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Nov 2007)

Donie Cassidy: Before I respond, I wish to inform the House that the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform, who I met yesterday, has agreed to and is now in a position to proceed with Committee Stage of the Defamation Bill 2006. The Bill was restored to the Order Paper on 26 September 2007 and will recommence at the beginning of Committee Stage. The previous Committee Stage in February and March...