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Seanad: Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union (Consequential Provisions) Bill 2020: Committee Stage (3 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: The Minister of State made a very good point on UK tourists. I will not vote against the Government. I have never voted against my own party in my 16 years in public life, nor will I, but I believe we must consider the import of what we are trying to do. Senator Chambers is correct. We have asked for a pause or a review. Let us take it that 2021 is to be a staycationing year again....

Seanad: Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union (Consequential Provisions) Bill 2020: Committee Stage (3 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I apologise to the Minister of State for drawing out the debate. I welcome that he is committed to a review, which is what we want and which gives me heart.I know I am not a mathematician or a genius but why are we fundamentally changing this now in 2020, going into 2021, when there is no need to change it? The change could happen if the Minister and the Government are of the disposition to...

Seanad: Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union (Consequential Provisions) Bill 2020: Committee Stage (3 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: As Senator Casey has said quite eloquently, this is about the issue of the power transaction. The Minister of State has found his mojo, in fairness. His colleagues, the Ministers of State, Deputies Rabbitte and Troy, tabled parliamentary questions to the Minister on this matter when in opposition. What figures does the Minister of State or his Department have on VAT fraud? Deputy...

Seanad: Technological Universities Agenda: Statements (2 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: Ar dtús báire, cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire. Is lá iontach é inniu mar tá ollscoil nua á socrú i gCorcaigh agus i dTrá Lí. I welcome the Minister to the House and I congratulate him on is appointment. Today is an important day in the framework of the evolution of technological universities, with the dissolution of IT Tralee and of Cork IT...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Chairs Designate of the Road Safety Authority and Dublin Port: Discussion (2 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome the witnesses to the meeting and am happy to support their ratification in the roles. I ask about waiting times for driving tests, particularly around Cork. There was a list of 5,936 in October for the three Cork test centres so could that be addressed by the Road Safety Authority? It is important. The RSA's advertising campaign was brilliant and it resonated with people....

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Chairs Designate of the Road Safety Authority and Dublin Port: Discussion (2 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: We can do that.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Chairs Designate of the Road Safety Authority and Dublin Port: Discussion (2 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I propose that we invite the RSA delegation before the committee at a later date for a more substantive meeting.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Challenges for Ports arising from Brexit: Discussion (2 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: We should let Deputy Murphy get an answer to her question.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Challenges for Ports arising from Brexit: Discussion (2 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the witnesses. I congratulate Mr. McGettigan on his appointment as CEO of the Port of Cork and thank him for his very important contribution. I have two specific questions. Will he speak about the roll-on roll-off opportunities for Cork in avoiding the land bridge? His presentation spoke of the border control inspection post. Will he expand on that in the context of EU-Atlantic...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Challenges for Ports arising from Brexit: Discussion (2 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank Mr. McGettigan. I ask that the committee comes back to this particular matter because of the importance of ports policy.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: We might have had our argument last week but I thank you, a Chathaoirligh, for picking both Senator Warfield and me for our Commencement matter on World AIDS Day. It is about global solidarity and shared responsibility. This morning the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council praised the Government's temporary supports and stimulus package in budget 2021. Its chairperson, Sebastian Barnes, however,...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Sexually Transmitted Infections (1 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: Míle Buíochas, a Chathaoirligh Gníomhaigh. I welcome the Minister of State to the House today, World AIDS Day. This is a worldwide health day with the theme of global solidarity and shared responsibility in fighting the stigma of HIV and AIDS in our country and in the world. I tabled this matter and I thank the Cathaoirleach for allowing both myself and Senator Warfield to...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Sexually Transmitted Infections (1 Dec 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the Cathaoirleach Gníomhach and the Minister of State.It is important that we live up to our expectations around fast-track cities, that there is a combined collaborative approach and that we continue to be to the forefront in responding to HIV and AIDS. The funding of €450,000 announced last summer needs to be matched in future years. I hope that community-based...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (26 Nov 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I join Senator Gavan in paying tribute to the late Diego Maradona. I am of the generation that admired his skills and we extend our deepest sympathies. I concur wholeheartedly with Senator Craughwell's point that there is a cohort of local authority members who are being, to borrow Senator Dooley's phrase, hollowed out by Covid-19. There is an obligation on us, a Chathaoirligh. Perhaps...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (26 Nov 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I am being very careful. I am mindful that I am not going to have a row with you now. I am being very careful.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (26 Nov 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I understand. I am being very careful in what I am saying. However, millions of euro were stolen by a person who is in jail today. The point I wish to make about the DPP, the Garda and Revenue is that if the information is correct, and we have only one side-----

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (26 Nov 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I hope you understand, a Chathaoirligh, by my term and my demeanour that I am not trying to bring the House into disrepute in any shape or form.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (26 Nov 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I will conclude by saying there is a real need for the DPP, Revenue and the Garda to explain and not to hide behind saying they do not comment on individual cases. How can a person, for 20 years plus, go unchecked by the organs of the State? I am only an ordinary person, but I can imagine how those people feel and the impact it has had on their lives.

Seanad: Reopening Ireland (Department of Health): Statements (26 Nov 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the Leader for having this debate, which I requested. I am glad it is broken up into two parts. Conscious of the 2,033 people who have died and the thousands of people who have tested positive, I am mindful of the gargantuan work being undertaken in our hospitals and in community care settings by our public servants.This debate is important. Earlier this week, I was walking in the...

Seanad: Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2020: Motion (25 Nov 2020)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome the Minister to the House and I support this motion. As we have heard, horse and greyhound funding is controversial. I understand and appreciate the sentiments of some of my colleagues. It is important, however, to put this debate in context. Sport Ireland has allocated €85 million for sport in our country, which all of us herald, promote and support. We are announcing...