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Seanad: Domestic Violence (Amendment) Bill, 2002: Committee and Remaining Stages. (17 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: This issue has been raised many times since the Supreme Court ruling. Senators Terry, Tuffy, Jim Walsh and many others pressed for the introduction of this legislation. I thank the Minister and his officials for bringing it to this House where it has had a good airing. It is an issue which has been constantly brought to the fore during my term as Leader of this House.

Seanad: National Development Finance Agency Bill, 2002: Second Stage. (17 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: Thirty minutes from now.

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: The Order of Business today is No. 1, motion relating to the power of detention and re-arrest, a measure referred by the Seanad to the Joint Committee on Justice, Equality, Defence and Women's Rights which is returned following discussion, without debate; No. 2, motion to refer a proposal providing for heavier penalties for specific acts against the environment, for example bad oil spills, to...

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: The real shop steward is not present.

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: The House is wheelchair accessible.

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: Senator Brian Hayes stated he would not agree to the Order of Business unless the Minister for Health and Children came to the House to discuss the incident at Monaghan General Hospital. While I cannot get hold of him, I understand the Senator's position. It was a terrible and extremely tragic incident. The Minister has ordered an inquiry about which we will be informed as quickly as...

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: As Senator Ross pointed out, the cut was made to boost sluggish economies in Europe and 0.5% is a considerable reduction. His point is well made and should be taken up immediately. The Senator also referred to the Appropriation Bill. While it must be passed quickly for early signature because of the measures it contains, the House always has an extended debate on it following the Christmas...

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: It was good that a disabled Member was able to fulfil his duties here before moving onwards. We will bring the matter to the attention of the appropriate authorities. Question put: "That the Order of Business be agreed to."

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act, 1996: Motion. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: I move: That Seanad Éireann resolves that sections 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act, 1996 (No. 29 of 1996), shall continue in operation for the period ending on 31 December 2004. Question put and agreed to.

Seanad: EU Council Framework Decision on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal Law: Referral to Joint Committee. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: I move: That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approve the exercise by the State of the option or discretion provided by Article 1.11 of the Treaty of Amsterdam to take part in the adoption of a proposal for an EU Council Framework Decision on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal Law, a copy of which was laid before Seanad Éireann on 5 December 2002, be referred to the Joint...

Seanad: National Tourism Development Authority Bill, 2002: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: The Senator should not be happy with that either.

Seanad: National Tourism Development Authority Bill, 2002: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: Lest anybody should think I am a rampaging golfer, I do not play golf and never have done. However, I have always been committed to equality, whether in my work life, political life or social life. Women have the same, and sometimes better, mentality, agility, mental prowess, sporting skills and other qualities as men. This matter was raised first in the Seanad and among all Members there was...

Seanad: National Tourism Development Authority Bill, 2002: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: We will probably have jokes about that.

Seanad: National Tourism Development Authority Bill, 2002: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: The Leas-Chathaoirleach said, on foot of an order I made this morning, that the debate had to conclude by 12.30 p.m.. However, there was a slight delay in resuming the proceedings on the Bill. As it will only take a few more minutes to conclude the debate, can we agree to continue beyond 12.30 p.m.?

Seanad: National Tourism Development Authority Bill, 2002: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: I agree with the amendment. I introduced the Electronic Commerce Act in the Seanad, so the amendment makes sense in that context.

Seanad: National Tourism Development Authority Bill, 2002: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: However, the Minister will accept it.

Seanad: National Tourism Development Authority Bill, 2002: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: The thought police.

Seanad: National Tourism Development Authority Bill, 2002: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: I thank the Minister for coming to the House on several occasions to debate the Bill. Although some Senators fundamentally disagree with him, having heard him speak we appreciate he has given much thought to the matters raised in the House. While I do not agree with him, I am grateful for his time and his measured reflections. I expect he will ponder the amendment tabled by Senator Henry and...

Seanad: National Tourism Development Authority Bill, 2002: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage. (12 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: That is a different point.

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Dec 2002)

Mary O'Rourke: The Christmas spirit is setting in. We do not have many matters on the Adjournment. However, that is not the case with the business of the House. The Order of Business is Nos. 1, motion seeking the approval of a Council framework decision relating to the combating of the sexual exploitation of children and child pornography, a measure referred by the Seanad to the Joint Committee on Justice,...