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Seanad: Order of Business. (4 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I have a point.

Seanad: Order of Business. (4 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: When sport and politics come together, the mixture is explosive. It is a sad reflection that a man who is so passionate about sport—

Seanad: Order of Business. (4 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: —should be subjected to booing whenever he appears supporting his team.

Seanad: Order of Business. (4 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: This is not about politics. I would say the same about any Taoiseach. He deserves respect, as does his office.

Seanad: Order of Business. (4 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: No, but it is an important point to make. We talked about respect in this House earlier and asked for respect from a variety of sources.

Seanad: Order of Business. (4 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: The Taoiseach and Ministers, regardless of party, deserve respect for their public positions. We have a long tradition of protest in this country and there are plenty of opportunities to do so, but it should not happen at sporting events.

Seanad: Industrial Development (Science Foundation Ireland) Bill 2002 [ Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil ] : Report and Final Stages. (4 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: This is a Seanad Bill which has been amended by the Dáil. In accordance with Standing Order 103, it is deemed to have passed its First, Second and Third Stages in the Seanad and is placed on the Order Paper for Report Stage. On the question "That the Bill be received for final consideration", the Minister may explain the purpose of the amendments made by the Dáil. This is looked upon as the...

Seanad: Order of Business. (2 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I agree with Senator Quinn. We could end gridlock immediately if we banned the 250,000 provisional licence holders. Since yesterday the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Deputy Cowen, represents the European Union under a system whereby the relevant Ministers of the former Presidency, the current Presidency and the future Presidency represent the European Union. I wish the Minister well in that...

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: There was.

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Jul 2003)

Paschal Mooney: It is very difficult to follow that. In the week in which the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism travels to America to try to improve Ireland's competitiveness – I am sure all sides of the House wish him well in that regard – will the Leader reflect on reports in the national media this morning relating to a submission from RTE to the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural...

Seanad: Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2003: Committee Stage. (19 Jun 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I think it is time he told Senator O'Toole something—

Seanad: Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2003: Committee Stage. (19 Jun 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I understand perfectly what this is being done. I may be mischievous in suggesting that it also might be an indication of flexibility on the part of the Progressive Democrats, our partners in Government, towards provision of a national stadium, which the Minister should appreciate is definitely needed. I hope the Minister will see that it is provided. Such a facility is needed and the...

Seanad: Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2003: Committee Stage. (19 Jun 2003)

Paschal Mooney: Yes. As the Minister referred to national stadia, as distinct from national stadiums, one assumes that this law will apply to anything that will come on stream in the future. Notwithstanding the Minister's reference to designated areas within stadia and the fact that we would naturally expect those applying for certificates to be as honourable in discharging their obligations as the Minister...

Seanad: Order of Business. (18 Jun 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I wish to address the issues of tolerance and inclusivity but I am a little reluctant to speak following my colleague's speech on taking the high moral ground, which I thought belonged to others. In a week in which there is a great outpouring of tolerance in relation to the Special Olympics we have all witnessed wonderful scenes on television and in our towns. I must confess, however, that my...

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Jun 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I echo Senator Brian Hayes's initial comments and I would welcome a debate. I am sure the Leader will be happy to respond in that regard when time is available. However, I remind Members about a moving speech by David Begg – which my colleagues in the National Forum on Europe will recall – when he had just taken up his executive position with the ICTU.

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Jun 2003)

Paschal Mooney: Mr. Begg made a moving contribution about the moral responsibility of countries within the EU, such as Ireland, to the countries of Africa. He had, as head of Concern, a background in this area and had seen, first-hand, the effects of the internecine civil wars which have ravaged that continent. At a time when matters of great import are being discussed at the Convention on the Future of...

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Jun 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I was talking about the shooting of innocent journalists and children that has nothing to do with a political decision.

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Jun 2003)

Paschal Mooney: It is happening on the ground. I ask him to make the distinction.

Seanad: Protection of Employees (Fixed-Term Work) Bill 2003: Second Stage. (29 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I welcome the Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Deputy Michael Ahern. He is having a busy time in the House. It is always a great pleasure to have him here and I look forward to his responses to the contributions of Senators at the conclusion of the debate. I admit that I was somewhat reluctant to get involved in this debate because I first need to...

Seanad: Protection of Employees (Fixed-Term Work) Bill 2003: Second Stage. (29 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: It is very variable. It might do no harm for me to nail a myth. Despite the high profile of presenters one hears on air during the day and the sums of money, real or imagined, they are alleged to receive, I assure the House that I and the vast majority of people who work on air in RTE are paid basic union rates which, as professional fees, are taxable. Whenever I say this within these...