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Seanad: Living with Covid-19 Restrictions: Statements (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I call Senator Conway.

Seanad: Living with Covid-19 Restrictions: Statements (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I am going by the rota agreed at the Committee on Procedure and Privileges. If Senator Conway wishes to give way, that is fine. Is Senator Clifford-Lee sharing time?

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I welcome the Minister of State to the House. He is almost an honorary Member at this stage, he is in here so often. I invite Senator Byrne to open the debate.

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I will slightly amend the order of speakers. Senator Norris and the Independent grouping have been kind enough to allow Senator Bacik to speak now because I believe she has an important birthday celebration to attend. Her mother, Irena, is having a birthday party and I do not want to delay her further. I wish the Senator's mother a happy birthday.

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I am not as young as Senator Norris thinks. He is young at heart. That is what is more important.

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I ask Senator Warfield to speak to this Bill. The other Bill is related, but it is not the Bill before the House.

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I am not cutting off the Senator. The issue is the Bill before us. The Senator is ranging into Seanad reform but she is also talking about a Bill that is not before us.

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I understand that.

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: The House is due to adjourn at 7.15 p.m. Would the Minister of State like to contribute now?

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: The Minister of State has up to 15 minutes. We will get other people in, but I want to make sure the Minister of State participates in the debate.

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: By order of the House, we must conclude by 7.15 p.m. Four Senators who have indicated they wish to speak have been here for some time and I am anxious to include them. Senator Ward has been here for a long time. Are you willing to share time with your colleague, Senator Conway, and, similarly, will Senator Chambers share time with Senator Craughwell?

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I understand that. I explained in the House earlier today that we asked Members, through the Whips, to indicate when they were going to speak so I could put them on the list. They do not necessarily have to be here. We are not finishing the debate as it is adjourning, but I am making sure to include the Members who have been here since the start. Next is Senator Ward and he can share time...

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: Is that agreed? Agreed. I call Senator Ward.

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: The Senator is sharing time.

Seanad: Seanad Electoral (University Members) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (10 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: When is it proposed to sit again?

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (6 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: I have received notice from Senators Lisa Chambers and Eugene Murphy that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, they propose to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Climate Action, Communications Networks and Transport to make a statement on the Government’s plan to support Ireland West Airport Knock through this pandemic to ensure its survival....

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Regional Airports (6 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: The first matter will be Senator Chambers and Murphy on the issue of support for Ireland West Airport Knock. Before they arise to talk on the issue, it would be remiss of me not to mention the great Monsignor Horan for making sure that the dream became a reality, and all of the people who were involved in putting the airport together and making sure it continues. Brian O'Dwyer, who was on...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (6 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: Will Senator McDowell clarify whether he proposes that No. 8 be taken before the vote?

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (6 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: Unfortunately, the Senator's time is up.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (6 Nov 2020)

Mark Daly: Before I call the Deputy Leader to respond, Senator Gerard Craughwell has made a proposal that the House would stand for a minute's silence in remembrance of those who lost their lost their lives in the Niemba ambush over 60 years ago. I agree with the Senator that it is worthy for this House to reflect on the sacrifice of Irish soldiers in the service of peace with the United Nations. I...