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Seanad: Ombudsman (Defence Forces) Bill 2002: Committee Stage. (13 Oct 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: Kilcomin.

Seanad: Ombudsman (Defence Forces) Bill 2002: Committee Stage. (13 Oct 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: It is our job to be suspicious.

Seanad: Ombudsman (Defence Forces) Bill 2002: Committee Stage. (13 Oct 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: Very few have turned it down.

Seanad: Ombudsman (Defence Forces) Bill 2002: Committee Stage. (13 Oct 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: I support this important amendment. When the Ombudsman for Children Act was debated in the House, there was much discussion on that ombudsman's role being proactive in investigating policy areas, such as the condition of schools and in the operation of his or hers functions. Giving an ombudsman an independent proactive role is important. The Bill states that the ombudsman can only operate on...

Seanad: Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (13 Oct 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (13 Oct 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Order of Business. (7 Oct 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: I support the call for a debate on the future of Aer Lingus and Aer Rianta as well as on Government policy generally on privatisation and the future of semi-State companies. Under pressure, we passed legislation on Aer Rianta before the summer which indicated a certain policy line by the Government. It appears that policy line has now completely changed. It is important for us to know what...

Seanad: Ombudsman (Defence Forces) Bill 2002: Second Stage. (6 Oct 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: I welcome the Minister to the House and congratulate him on his recent appointment. I note that he acknowledged the commitment of the previous Minister, Deputy Michael Smith, to this legislation, which, following amendment in the Dáil, bears his stamp. The legislation is welcome. The principle of establishing an ombudsman for the Defence Forces is welcome. We hope this will usher forward a...

Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Sep 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: It is an old Government.

Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Sep 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: The Irish Hospital Consultants' Association.

Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Sep 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: I also welcome the ongoing debate on Seanad reform. Everyone is aware that the House and its Members have a serious responsibility in terms of the consideration of such reform. We are all committed to it. This is an important debate and I commend the Leader on the commitment she has shown in this area. On behalf of my party, I welcome the Reverend Ian Paisley and the DUP delegation to Dublin...

Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Sep 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: Hear, hear.

Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Sep 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: It is contained in the health reforms.

Seanad: Disability Services: Motion. (29 Sep 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: I too welcome the Minister of State to the House and do not doubt his personal commitment in this area. As public representatives, many Members of this and the other House regularly meet people who have ongoing difficulty negotiating their way around the system. As disabled people or as members of families with a disabled person, they are struggling and continue to struggle to get what they...

Seanad: Disability Services: Motion. (29 Sep 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: Senator Ormonde, without interruption. The Senator should address her remarks through the Chair.

Seanad: Disability Services: Motion. (29 Sep 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: Senator Bannon should allow Senator Ormonde to continue without interruption.

Seanad: Disability Services: Motion. (29 Sep 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: The Senator should address his remarks through the Chair.

Seanad: State Airports Bill 2004: Report and Final Stages. (14 Jul 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: I second the amendment.

Seanad: State Airports Bill 2004: Report and Final Stages. (14 Jul 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: I second the amendment.

Seanad: State Airports Bill 2004: Report and Final Stages. (14 Jul 2004)

Kathleen O'Meara: I second the amendment.