Results 6,401-6,420 of 7,123 for speaker:Mary O'Rourke
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: I am not a Michael Lowry.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: Bugger away.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: There are four men and one woman.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: The Deputy should be forgiven, coming from Abbeyleix.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: Nothing.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: The Senator did well in difficult circumstances.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: Very rational.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: Nobody interrupted Senator Ryan.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: I am not required to give such a guarantee.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: It is proposed to sit at 10.30 a.m. this morning.
- Seanad: Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (4 Mar 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: The House has spent 11 hours discussing the Bill, not seven hours.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: The Order of Business shall be No. 1, statements on the levels of suicide in Ireland, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business until 1.30 p.m. or whenever they conclude, whichever is earlier, with the contributions of spokespersons not to exceed 15 minutes and those of all other Senators not to exceed ten minutes and on which Members may share time.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: The debate on the Bill in this House is ongoing.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: The House is in the middle of a debate on the Bill.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: Senator Feighan's intervention.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: I thank Senator Brian Hayes for his comments on Proinsias De Rossa's visit here yesterday. It was a most worthwhile debate and we look forward to hearing the Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs, Deputy Roche, and Deputy John Bruton on the subject. Senator Brian Hayes also mentioned the proliferation of knives. The problem is that there has been a breakdown in consideration...
- Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: The Senator also requested a debate on the national lottery, which would be useful. Senators Glynn, Bannon and Norris called for a debate on crime, particularly the sub-culture of crimes involving the use of knives and the huge disregard for human life. Senator Bannon echoed Senator Leyden's remarks on fishing. I understand that the agreements to which they referred were made at local and...
- Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: Senator Scanlon defended auctioneers, correctly pointing out that they have an annual review of how they do their business. Senators Norris and Henry stated that as the situation concerning Iraq is changing constantly, we should have further debate on the matter. Senator Bradford referred to the Waste Management Bill, of which we have had Second and Committee Stages in the House. We have also...
- Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: Senator Kitt spoke about good rail track, but also called for a debate on rail transport policy. Senator Finucane referred to Garda ministerial drivers and asked that the Taoiseach issue a directive to them. He also referred to the shortage of summer jobs and asked that the Minister for Social and Family Affairs, Deputy Coghlan come before the House to discuss the matter. The Minister will be...
- Seanad: Suicide Incidence: Statements. (27 Feb 2003)
Mary O'Rourke: I welcome the Minister of State to the House. He has been a positive influence in the area of health because of his experience of life and the job he held. I particularly applaud Senators Brady and Brian Hayes who sought this debate. Senator Brady first called for it and others saw its wisdom. It is a salutary lesson for people to take stock of what is a serious issue and reflect on the huge...