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Seanad: Order of Business. (10 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: We are steps away from peace and should be steady and mature in what we say.

Seanad: Order of Business. (10 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Exactly.

Seanad: Order of Business. (10 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Senator Ross referred to the need for a debate. He also said that one of the strengths of the House is its ability to embrace different viewpoints and people from diverse backgrounds. Senator Bannon called for a debate on Northern Ireland. He also requested that the Minister of State at the Department of Finance, Deputy Parlon, come before the House to debate the five remaining culverts on...

Seanad: Tributes to Deputy Head Usher of the Houses of the Oireachtas. (10 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: With the permission of the Cathaoirleach I wish to pay tribute to the deputy head usher of the Oireachtas, Mr. Frank Lane, who is retiring this evening, as the opportunity will not present itself again. Is that in order?

Seanad: Tributes to Deputy Head Usher of the Houses of the Oireachtas. (10 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: We all know Frank Lane. He is one of the very familiar faces in the House. From the first time that a new Member enters the House he or she quickly comes to recognise him as "the envelope man". I do not know how ambiguous that may sound but he gave Members their monthly envelopes.

Seanad: Tributes to Deputy Head Usher of the Houses of the Oireachtas. (10 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Of course the envelopes were always white, like Frank Lane himself. He joined the staff of the Oireachtas in 1960 when he was a packer and porter in the stationery office. In 1973 he became an usher in the Houses of the Oireachtas. He was promoted to senior usher and in June 2003 he became deputy head usher. As may be seen he worked his way right through the system. Frank is the very face and...

Seanad: Tributes to Deputy Head Usher of the Houses of the Oireachtas. (10 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: He may not let the Senator out tonight to attend that.

Seanad: Order of Business. (10 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: The Order of Business is No. 1, Proceeds of Crime Bill 1999 — Report and Final Stages, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business and to conclude not later than 12.30 p.m.; No. 2, Garda Síochána Bill 2004 — Committee Stage (resumed), to be taken at the conclusion of No. 1 until 1 p.m. This Bill is being inserted today and may get a little more time; and No. 3, Health Bill...

Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Senator Finucane raised the issue of Northern Ireland and the need for a debate. We have put that proposal forward and it is now a matter of the availability of the Taoiseach or the Minister for Foreign Affairs and of time. If we can reach agreement on it we will see if we have time for it. There is an excellent two page supplement in The Irish Times today which goes through every point of...

Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: No matter what, he is very faithful to Kerry. Senator Ó Murchú feels we should harmonise Christian principles with political activity. He praised the great relationship between Ireland and the United Kingdom. This improved relationship is a welcome step. I regard what happened yesterday as a staging post and not the end. Much has been achieved and we have greater knowledge of what has been...

Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: The judgment shows the legislation is working. Senator Kitt supported the call for a debate on Northern Ireland. He also drew attention to the issue of Sellafield. The radiological protection institute now has open access to the premises and workers and can ask questions and get full information. This new accord between the United Kingdom and Ireland is a significant development and was not...

Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Good.

Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: The Order of Business is No. 1, Garda Síochána Bill 2004 — Committee Stage (resumed), to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business until 2 p.m.; and No. 2, Road Traffic Bill 2004 — Second Stage, to be taken at 3 p.m. and to conclude no later than 5.30 p.m., the contribution of spokespersons not to exceed 15 minutes each and all other Senators not to exceed ten minutes each....

Seanad: Dormant Accounts (Amendment) Bill 2004: Report and Final Stages. (8 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: I thank the Minister and his officials for their patience but most of all for coming back to the House following the last discussion on this legislation before the summer recess. At that time, as Senator Ryan said, the Minister said he would consider the recommital of part of the Bill, which he did. That, in itself, was very helpful. The approach of the Minister was to find consensus in the...

Seanad: Dormant Accounts (Amendment) Bill 2004: Report and Final Stages. (8 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: By agreement, Private Members' business will be from 5.30 p.m. to 7 p.m. We expect to finish the Dormant Accounts (Amendment) Bill, which has been going on since 2 p.m., between now and 5.30 p.m.

Seanad: Dormant Accounts (Amendment) Bill 2004: Report and Final Stages. (8 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: I am aware of that. I sought agreement ——

Seanad: Garda Síochána Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (8 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: There is a request that we continue for five or seven minutes to finish with amendments Nos. 45 to 47, inclusive, if the Minister of State agrees.

Seanad: Garda Síochána Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (8 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Perhaps 15 minutes, a Leas-Chathaoirligh. Perhaps we will finish sooner.

Seanad: Garda Síochána Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (8 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Is the Senator suggesting we leave it until tomorrow?

Seanad: Garda Síochána Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (8 Dec 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: No, I recommend my proposal.