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Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (2 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome all the crew from Ballinasloe and well done on Saturday night. We are delighted that they beat the Dubs. I congratulate Senator Kyne on his new role and position. We all look forward to his leadership in the House.

Seanad: Digital Services (Levy) Bill 2024: Second Stage (2 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: The Minister of State's opening remarks are not to exceed ten minutes; those of group spokespersons are not to exceed ten minutes; those of all other Senators are not to exceed five minutes; time may be shared, and the Minister of State shall be called to reply to the debate. I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Calleary, and I congratulate him on his elevation last week to the position...

Seanad: Digital Services (Levy) Bill 2024: Second Stage (2 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I, as Cathaoirleach, formally welcome them to Teach Laighean. They are from the Irish Countrywomen's Association, ICA, in the Glen of Aherlow. I thank them for being here. I am glad the hay is saved and Cork has won.

Seanad: Digital Services (Levy) Bill 2024: Second Stage (2 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Our friends from Tipperary can be very proud of Senator Ahearn, who is a fine Seanad representative for the people of Tipperary. I call Senator Higgins, who is an equally fine public representative.

Seanad: Digital Services (Levy) Bill 2024: Second Stage (2 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: When is it proposed to take Committee Stage?

Seanad: Digital Services (Levy) Bill 2024: Second Stage (2 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Before I read messages from Dáil Éireann, it gives me great pleasure to welcome the retired classmates of our colleague and friend, Deputy Fergus O'Dowd, who trained with him on Sharman Crawford Street in Cork. Their wives and husbands are all very welcome. I thank them for being here. I am sorry they had the misfortune to put up with this man for a long time. On a more serious...

Seanad: Teachtaireachtaí ón Dáil - Messages from Dáil (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Dáil Éireann has passed the Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2024 on 26 June 2024, to which the agreement of Seanad Éireann is desired. Dáil Éireann has passed the Digital Services (Levy) Bill 2024 on 26 June 2024, to which the agreement of Seanad Éireann is desired. Dáil Éireann has passed the Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2024 on 26 June 2024,...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome for the first time our new Deputy Leader of Seanad Éireann, Senator Seán Kyne. I congratulate him and wish him well in his post.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank Senator Wall. I would like to facilitate Senator O'Hara and call him before Senator Seery Kearney.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: We wish Senator O'Hara well. We hope that we will not lose him but if we do, we do. We know he will do a good job for the people of his constituency. Go n-éirí leis. I call Senator Seery Kearney.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Mo mhíle buíochas. It was me great pleasure to welcome the retired members of the Defence Forces who predominantly served in Sarsfield Barracks in Limerick. They are very welcome to Leinster House and I thank them for their many years of dedicated service to our country, especially in the very difficult and turbulent time in the history of our State. We thank and salute them for...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I remind Deputy Craughhwell that he has the opportunity to submit amendments on this Bill. I presume the Senator is referring to the Secretary General with regard to the position rather than the person.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Gabhaim buíochas. I just want to clarify that as the Secretary General is not here to defend herself, as the Senator knows. We must be fair to all Members and those who are not present. Glaoim ar an Seanadóir Murphy anois.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I will interrupt to welcome the guests of Deputy O'Dowd. I thank them for being here. They are from County Louth, which had a great win against County Cork at the weekend.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Senator Martin moved an amendment to the Order of Business: "That No. 10 be taken before No. 1". The amendment has been seconded by Senator O'Hara. The Deputy Leader has indicated that he is prepared to accept this amendment.

Seanad: Third-Party Funding Contracts (Certain Proceedings) Bill 2024: First Stage (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: When is it proposed to take Second Stage?

Seanad: Third-Party Funding Contracts (Certain Proceedings) Bill 2024: First Stage (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Planning and Development Bill 2023: Second Stage (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I interrupt the Senator to welcome the members of Castlepollard social services who are in Leinster House today with our esteemed colleague and friend, former Leader, Deputy and Senator and extraordinary friend to us all, Donie Cassidy. I welcome Mr. Cassidy back and welcome his family, friends and relations who are with him. Céad míle fáilte.

Seanad: Planning and Development Bill 2023: Second Stage (27 Jun 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Carry on. There is no time limit.