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Seanad: Social Welfare (Consolidated Claims, Payments and Control) (Amendment) (No. 2) (Qualifying Conditions) Regulations 2023: Motion (3 May 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Regulations in draft: Social Welfare (Consolidated Claims, Payments and Control) (Amendment) (No. 2) (Qualifying Conditions) Regulations 2023, a copy of which was laid in draft form before Seanad Éireann on 3rd April, 2023.

Seanad: Reykjavik Summit of the Council of Europe: Statements (3 May 2023)

Lisa Chambers: On behalf of the Fianna Fáil grouping, I welcome these statements today. I congratulate my party colleague, Senator O'Loughlin on her report for the Reykjavik Summit which sets out the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe's proposals for the summit. I also commend the work of other colleagues who have sat on that as well, Senator Joe O'Reilly, Senator Gavan and Senator...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (18 Apr 2023)

Lisa Chambers: The Order of Business is No. 1, Historic and Archaeological Heritage Bill 2023 - Report Stage (resumed) and Final Stage, to be taken at 2.45 p.m. and to adjourn at 4.30 p.m., if not previously concluded; and No. 2, Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2022 – Report Stage (resumed) and Final Stage, to be taken at 4.30 p.m. and to adjourn and 6.30 p.m., if not previously concluded.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (18 Apr 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I thank the Senator.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (18 Apr 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I will make a proposal following the conclusion of the Order of Business. I thank Members who have contributed to the Order of Business today and for their lovely comments to me personally.It is very much appreciated. I commend the Cathaoirleach on his performance and his remarks on behalf of the House on Thursday last during the address by the US President, Joe Biden. I very much...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (18 Apr 2023)

Lisa Chambers: We will engage with the Minister's office and determine what is appropriate in terms of facilitating the debate on all the issues and ensuring an opportunity in the House to debate the report. The report is an important body of work that was commissioned and published by the committee. Senator Warfield spoke about rents going up by 25%. Everyone is aware that the rental sector is under...

Seanad: Death of Former Member: Motion (18 Apr 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I move: That Seanad Éireann – –expresses its deep sadness on the death of Pat Magner; –conveys its sincere condolences to his family; and –expresses its gratitude for his notable contribution, as a Member of Seanad Éireann, to Irish public life and for his dedicated service to the people of Ireland.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I welcome Deputy John Lahart, Mr. Daniel Hyzack and the students from County Cavan. They are most welcome to the Chamber. The Order of Business is No. 1, motion regarding proposed approval by Seanad Éireann of the proposal for a Council Decision on the position to be taken on behalf of the European Union in the Specialised Committee on Law enforcement and Judicial Cooperation...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I thank all Members who contributed to the Order of Business. Senator Joe O'Reilly spoke this morning about the issue of gambling, which Senator Cassells also spoke about. I am pleased to inform the House that the Bill has commenced in the Dáil and is due to come before the Seanad before the summer recess in July. I am not sure it will pass all Stages before the recess but we would...

Seanad: Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union: Motion (29 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the exercise by the State of the option or discretion under Protocol No. 21 on the position of the United Kingdom and Ireland in respect of the area of freedom, security and justice annexed to the Treaty on European Union and to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, to take part in the adoption and application of the following...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I also welcome all our guests. The Order of Business is No. 1, motion regarding the appointment of members to the joint committee established to consider the application for a private Bill entitled the Royal Hibernian Academy (Amendment of Charter) Bill, to be taken on conclusion of the Order of Business without debate; No. 2, report of the Committee of Selection, to be taken on conclusion of...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I thank Members for their contributions. Senator O'Loughlin has proposed an amendment to the Order of Business, seconded by Senator Ardagh, that No. 23 be taken before No. 1. I am happy to accept the amendment and I commend both Senators on their work on what I will refer to as the IVF Bill, to give it a shortened Title. In essence, the purpose of the Bill is to allow access to financial...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I was not aware of the issue. An interesting point was raised concerning the move towards more advanced fuel composition. I imagine once the issue is raised with the Minister, some concession will be made for motorists with vintage cars. They are part of every St. Patrick’s Day parade and rallies. They are so important to the culture of the country that I have no doubt the Minister...

Seanad: Historic and Archaeological Heritage Bill 2023: Report Stage (Resumed) (28 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: Tomorrow at 10.30 a.m.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I thank the Chair, and happy International Women's Day to everyone. The Order of Business is No. 1 on the Supplementary Order Paper, motion regarding the arrangements for the sitting of the House on Thursday, 9 March, to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business without debate; No. 2, statements to mark International Women's Day, to be taken at 12.45 p.m. and to conclude after 90...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I thank all Members who contributed to the Order of Business. Almost all of them acknowledged that it is International Women's Day and wished everyone well. A number of important topics were raised in the same vein. Senator Maria Byrne spoke about a new clinical trial in the UK on endometriosis, which she will know is a topic close to my heart, and the focus on trying to find a drug to...

Seanad: Sitting Arrangements: Motion (8 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I move: (1) That, notwithstanding anything in the Standing Orders relative to Public Business, the Seanad on its rising on Wednesday, 8th March, 2023, shall adjourn until 9.30 a.m. on Thursday, 9th March, 2023, and the following arrangements shall apply: (a) Commencement matters shall be taken in accordance with Standing Order 29; (b) Standing Order 30 shall stand suspended; (c)...

Seanad: International Women's Day: Statements (8 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: It is great to be able to speak on International Women's Day and to be here with so many colleagues. It would be nice to have more colleagues in the room, not just the female Senators, but it is great that we are all here together. I want to focus my comments on Afghanistan and Iran. While today is a very happy International Women's Day for all of us, I am keenly aware of and grateful for...

Seanad: Good Friday Agreement and Windsor Framework: Motion (8 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: The Minister of State is welcome to the House. I thank Sinn Féin for tabling the motion and giving us an opportunity to discuss the Windsor Framework and the Good Friday Agreement. Like other Members, I am conscious that it will be the 25th anniversary of the agreement next month. That will be a key milestone to have achieved but it is not without its challenges, particularly in the...

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (1 Mar 2023)

Lisa Chambers: I welcome to the Bulgarian ambassador, and I wish Bulgaria well on its national day. I also welcome the British ambassador and his team. It is great to have them here as always, particularly in light of what we is happening this week. It is particularly good to have him with us. I commend and congratulate Senator Keogan on organising the coffee morning in aid of the UNICEF appeal relating...