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Seanad: Order of Business. (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: All of us would agree with Senator O'Meara's remarks about the graphic images and the emotional impact of last night's programme on car crashes, which should be required viewing.

Seanad: Order of Business. (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I meant that in a positive light. The Minister, Deputy Dermot Ahern, deserves the congratulations of this House on seeing an extremely difficult initiative through to its final conclusion. I ask the Leader once again to consider providing some time for either statements or a debate on the annual International Fund for Ireland report. It has been a tradition in this House over the past ten...

Seanad: Local Government Bill 2003 [ Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil ] : Report and Final Stages. (28 May 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 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 amendment made by the Dáil. This is looked upon as the...

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I have been following this debate with great interest and have been waiting for us to deal with the amendments under discussion. Senator Burke has outlined some of the concerns. I am seriously concerned that the good work that has been done to make this economy competitive is being undone because of over-regulation in the company law area, particularly since the passage of the 2001 Act. I do...

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I thought he did so very well.

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: He made the point—

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: Given that he is responsible for running a very successful company, unlike Senator O'Toole, I would be more inclined to listen to what he has to say about company law than what the Senator says. If you were talking about teaching I would fully respect your views—

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: —because it is an area in which you have expertise.

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I am speaking through the Chair, whom I thank, as always, for protecting me from the nefarious people who are constantly interrupting in the House. I am trying to articulate a concern that has been expressed by accountants, particularly those operating in the small and medium-sized business area. I understand that a review group from the Minister's Department is looking at all the compliance...

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: Senator Quinn is absolutely right.

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: In order to permit the Minister of State to give a comprehensive reply, I want to refer briefly to what has been alluded to in respect of the exemption limits. While I never disagree with my friend and colleague, Senator Leyden, I ask the Minister of State to consider the European norm – rather than the UK norm – in respect of this matter. Why must we always look to the UK regarding...

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: It is so small that we are delisting.

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: It is below the audit exemption threshold at present, but that is not my point. My point relates to over-regulation and to the emphasis being placed on the compliance nature of the legislation, which is going to create enormous difficulties for those who are trading – in this case a husband and wife – and for many others. It is also about the impact the existing legislation is having on...

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: But the Minister of State—

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: That is fine, I will talk on the section.

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I appreciate that company law is a complex issue and do not expect that the Minister of State will cover everything here. However, I would like to be reassured. I was making a general point which had been expressed to me by those in the accountancy profession dealing with small and medium-sized businesses. The Minister of State should give some assurance that he is aware of these concerns. I...

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: That is what they were told.

Seanad: Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Bill 2003: Committee Stage (Resumed). (28 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I thank the Minister sincerely for what is an important intervention. The key words he used were confidence in the economy. I am also very grateful to Senator O'Toole and I fully appreciate, despite my earlier remarks, the expertise he brought to bear on the debate because of his involvement with the audit review group. The fact that he conveyed to the Minister many of the concerns that have...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Joint Investigation Teams) Bill 2003: Committee Stage. (20 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: Amendment No. 11 in the name of Senator Terry has been ruled out of order as it involves a potential charge on the Revenue.

Seanad: Order of Business. (8 May 2003)

Paschal Mooney: I share the views expressed by Senators Higgins and others about the drink epidemic in this country. This is a great country for passing laws. While we have many laws addressing this issue they are not enforced. As legislators we have done our job. It is time resources were provided, if they are not already in place, to ensure more enforcement. We are all aware of gardaí who are intimidated...