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Seanad: Order of Business (12 Mar 2009)

Ivor Callely: I noted with interest Senator John Paul Phelan's request for a debate on the economy. Numerous times in recent months I asked the Leader about the progress he and the other group leaders have made in trying to agree a schedule for such a debate. A request for a debate on the economy and the attendance of the Minister for Finance is not pragmatic unless there is an appropriate schedule in...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed). (11 Mar 2009)

Ivor Callely: There has been reference to Seanad reform this morning and I have raised with the Leader the issue of altering the House's weekly schedule to accommodate a time slot for a special debate.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed). (11 Mar 2009)

Ivor Callely: In the past, I asked the Leader to take up the issue with the other group leaders in the Seanad to ascertain whether our weekly schedule could include special debates on aspects of the economy, given the unique and special circumstances that prevail in light of the current difficulties. That could and should be accommodated by agreement between the group leaders, particularly in the weeks...

Seanad: Order of Business (10 Mar 2009)

Ivor Callely: Like my colleagues, I join in condemning the brutal murders and injuries in the North of Ireland. It is very regrettable that we are here today in this fashion. Like others, I can remember the early days when there were recurring murders and injuries. Along with many other genuine Irish people, I was hurt greatly to see this regularly. We have come a long way by negotiation and discussion....

Seanad: Local Economic Initiatives: Motion (4 Mar 2009)

Ivor Callely: I welcome the motion on the development of microfinance. It is important, particularly at this point in our history, that we focus on all areas of finance that might assist the development of enterprise and new initiatives. Small businesses suffer from many disadvantages but they also have a lot going for them. One of the greatest challenges facing small and medium enterprises is the...

Seanad: Local Economic Initiatives: Motion (4 Mar 2009)

Ivor Callely: I regret I have run out of time as there is a great deal more to be said on this issue. However, perhaps I will get an opportunity to do so on another occasion.

Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: In the context of some of the contributions, the public expects Members of this House and those elected to the Lower House to work together to help address and solve the serious——

Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: ——economic and financial difficulties we face.

Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: I welcome, even if it was a blank sheet of paper Senator Donohoe was waving——

Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: The Government, led by the Taoiseach, has a determined and ambitious plan to resolve and address the issues and bring the country and its people out of this difficult time.

Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: The response to the question on input from Members is that their input is welcome. There are procedures and committees in the House that allow Members to provide input, whether — as the previous speaker mentioned — it is a suggestion on banking regulation or something else.

Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: I would welcome a debate on this issue. The more we debate and the more information we provide the better.

Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: Yes, it is important that I, along with other Members, ask the Leader to ensure we ease the anxiety and uncertainty of people outside the House by presenting them with a clear picture of the current difficulty and how we hope to bring ourselves out of this crisis. We can only do this through all Members working together.

Seanad: Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Bill 2009: Second Stage. (26 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: I wish to share some of my time with Senator Harris.

Seanad: Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Bill 2009: Second Stage. (26 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: The measures contained in the Bill are exceptional and we should acknowledge that the road we are travelling without the support of the social partners is not of our choice alone. The economic and financial difficulties facing the Government are different in nature from anything we have ever experienced previously and that is the reason exceptional measures are necessary. The measures are...

Seanad: Banking Sector: Motion (25 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: I wish to share time with my colleague, Senator Larry Butler. I will take five minutes and he will take three minutes.

Seanad: Banking Sector: Motion (25 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: I second the amendment to the motion, which was put forward by my good friend and colleague, Senator John Hanafin. I am happy to participate in this debate and I welcome and congratulate those who have tabled the motion. I am not sure whether there are other ways we can achieve the same results or whether there are better avenues we should travel to achieve those results. All Members of...

Seanad: Protection of Intellectual Property Rights: Statements (25 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Jimmy Devins, and congratulate him on his words of wisdom. This debate about the protection of intellectual property is happening at a time of exceptional global economic and financial turbulence and for that reason it is essential we explore areas of opportunity. The area of intellectual property protection is of immense importance and growth. The...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (25 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: I have listened to this morning's contributions with interest. Some Senators have spoken as if the serious economic difficulties gripping the world are of no concern to us or have no implications for us. When Members make a contribution, they should appreciate and understand, as a small island nation in the free market, the implications the present global problems have for weaker nations....

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (25 Feb 2009)

Ivor Callely: However, this only can be done by working together. Some months ago, I asked the Leader whether he would discuss with the other group leaders in the House putting in place a structure within the proceedings of the House that would allow Members to deal with topical issues. It would be done in order that Members could deal with whatever was the topical issue, be it economic, financial,...