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Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I am asking the Leader of the House about this. The leader of the Opposition last night indicated that it was futile for the House to sit when the Dáil was not sitting, yet this morning she is asking-----

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: It is somewhat confusing that these mixed messages are coming from the Opposition.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: There is a need-----

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I am trying to ask a question.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: There is a need for reform of the manner in which we do our business. This is a genuine and serious point. I have asked questions in the Chamber about health, the HSE, education and finance and economics, among other matters, and the follow-up has been very poor. There is one issue about which I am deeply concerned, namely, the reduction in fees to pharmacists. I was advised the Minister...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: There are other issues about which I have asked in the House, such as broadband, the impact of the reduction in public transport services-----

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: May I-----

Seanad: Order of Business (10 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I support my colleague, Senator Donohoe, in calling for a debate on competitiveness. There is much good news to be disclosed with regard to the work of Government in addressing the issues associated with competitiveness, including that it has identified problems that warrant addressing. The Minister for Finance, the Taoiseach and the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment are working...

Seanad: Order of Business (10 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I have been pursuing this case for a number of months. This is a bereaved family and we cannot get answers after five months.

Seanad: Order of Business (10 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I ask the Leader to find out what is happening in the Dunne case in Beaumont Hospital. I would welcome some progress on this issue.

Seanad: OECD and IMF Reports: Statements (10 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I welcome my colleague, the Minister of State, Deputy Billy Kelleher, to the House and the opportunity to contribute to statements on the OECD and IMF reports at a time when Ireland is trying to respond adequately to its greatest challenge ever. This is a time for sound and solid decision making, when knowledge, experience and innovation are a necessity and we cannot afford to try a little...

Seanad: OECD and IMF Reports: Statements (10 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: Senator Regan indicated there was a difference between what the Taoiseach said and what was said by the Minister for Finance. To those who wish to go down the track of the blame game, seeking to catch Government out by throwing a banana skin here or there, I say, "keep at it". I believe the public recognises the seriousness of the situation we are in. There are people who are engaging in...

Seanad: OECD and IMF Reports: Statements (10 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I would like to read the following into the record: "A capital injection of €2 billion to the banks would give them a figure of the order of €40 billion borrowing capacity" and in terms of default, "default on the bonds would not do any damage to our international financial reputation". Were one to put such a proposal to anybody in business, anyone with a knowledge of the financial...

Seanad: OECD and IMF Reports: Statements (10 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: -----we should make progress on issues on which we agree. I am pleased to note the Opposition recognises the need to correct the public finances, stabilise the banking system - albeit its view is different from that of the Government - and restore our competitiveness. The current crisis is obvious and is being given the high priority required. The crisis is a serious challenge facing not...

Seanad: OECD and IMF Reports: Statements (10 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: There are dangers of protectionism and nationalism. I would have concerns in this regard. I believe the future effects of the crisis and the final position remain to be seen. Both sides of the Atlantic have introduced sweeping reform packages, intended to stabilise only their economies. Companies that have been given bailouts are likely to be more open to do business since they have...

Seanad: OECD and IMF Reports: Statements (10 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I will take the opportunity of discussing this with the Minister at greater length. I have serious concerns as have many Members of this House. We need to do something regarding the banking sector in Ireland.

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I express my concern and anxiety about a constituent of mine, Sharon Commins. I acknowledge the good work of our Department of Foreign Affairs, the Sudanese authorities and all others who are working for her safe release. I had the opportunity to meet the Sudanese Ambassador yesterday and good progress is being made, but our thoughts are with Sharon today and hopefully in the hours that...

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: Who said that?

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I have a little bit of homework for our friend.

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Jul 2009)

Ivor Callely: I have a little bit of homework for one of Senator Coffey's colleagues and he can share the homework with his colleague.