Results 4,401-4,420 of 4,465 for speaker:Jim Walsh

Seanad: Foreign Conflicts: Motion. (21 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: To echo the sentiments of all Members, war is always unwelcome. It is the innocent and civilians who generally suffer more in times of conflict. If we subscribe to the notion that human life is inviolate, we must agree that war dispenses with that maxim. Undoubtedly, Saddam Hussein has been a brutal dictator. Whether he is the worst in the world or not is a problematic question. There may...

Seanad: Order of Business. (6 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: I join with those who seek a debate in relation to the Palestinian situation. The activities in Palestine are unacceptable and the mistakes made in other jurisdictions seem to be repeated there. I support the call for a debate on Northern Ireland. In the current situation we must welcome the improving relations between this island and our neighbouring island and between North and South. That...

Seanad: Order of Business. (6 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: That presents serious issues of Government agencies becoming involved in subversive activities.

Seanad: Local Government Bill 2003: Committee Stage. (6 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: The Minister, without interruption, please.

Seanad: Local Government Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: I was interested in what Senator McCarthy said. The many contributions to the Bill illustrate clearly the interest Members of the Houses have in local government. The issue most frequently discussed in respect of the Bill concerns the abolition of the dual mandate, on which there are various views. Like many Senators, I have served on a local authority for many years. Obviously, I would like...

Seanad: Local Government Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: —that the betterment of both the Houses of the Oireachtas and local government is probably best effected through the abolition of the dual mandate. The Minister has displayed courage in advocating this change. However, that is not to say there are not identifiable benefits in the circumstances that now obtain. It is important that changes do not occur at the expense of the beneficial aspect...

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: I welcome the Minister to the House for this debate. Like Senator Brian Hayes, I extend to him, the Taoiseach and the Minister for Foreign Affairs my good wishes on their efforts during the recent talks on Northern Ireland. I have no doubt his commitment, and that of others, to the process will prove successful and lead to greater harmony and a much healthier situation on this island. He...

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: Who is best qualified to visit prisons?

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: One could not say that.

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: It is easy to get involved when one is in opposition.

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: What about the harbour boards?

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: All the party activists were put on such boards.

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: Is the Senator familiar with the appointments to the harbour boards in 1997 by Labour, Fine Gael and the former Democratic Left?

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: Nobody from County Kerry—

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: It was the Senator who mentioned the harbour authorities.

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: Senator McHugh should read the first three lines of the amendment.

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: He asked all Senators, including Senator Terry, to support the amendment.

Seanad: Prison Visiting Committees: Motion. (5 Mar 2003)

Jim Walsh: From Fine Gael.

Seanad: Order of Business. (26 Feb 2003)

Jim Walsh: It is interesting to see Fine Gael and the Labour Party, which were strong advocates of the abolition of the dual mandate in the last Dáil, making a volte-face. Will the Leader consider holding a debate on the cost of insurance in general and liability insurance in particular? The long-term implications for industry and employment are seriously affected by circumstances in the insurance...

Seanad: Health Services: Motion. (26 Feb 2003)

Jim Walsh: Senator Feighan made his speech without interruption and I ask him to afford the same courtesy to those on the other side of the House.