Results 7,061-7,080 of 7,123 for speaker:Mary O'Rourke
- Seanad: Recognition of Domestic Partnerships: Motion. (16 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: We just think the Senator is good company.
- Seanad: Immigration Bill, 2002: Motion. (16 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: I move: That, in pursuance of Standing Order No. 122 of the Standing Orders relative to Public Business, the Immigration Bill, 2002 which had reached Committee Stage prior to the Seanad General Election July 2002, be restored to the Order Paper. Question put and agreed to.
- Seanad: Official Languages (Equality) Bill, 2002: Motion. (16 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: I move: That, in pursuance of Standing Order No. 122 of the Standing Orders relative to Public Business, the Official Languages (Equality) Bill, 2002 which had reached Committee Stage prior to the Seanad General Election July 2002, be restored to the Order Paper. Question put and agreed to.
- Seanad: Official Languages (Equality) Bill, 2002: Motion. (16 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: At 10.30 tomorrow morning.
- Seanad: Address by President of the European Parliament. (10 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: I know we must sound like a chorus, but it is heartfelt. I join by thanking Mr. Cox for coming to the House and agreeing so readily to the visit. It was amazing that when I asked him to come, he simply said, "Yes". Another matter altogether was going through all the protocol, but the main thing was to have achieved his assent. This has been a remarkable debate in the range of views raised and...
- Seanad: Address by President of the European Parliament. (10 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: That is right.
- Seanad: Address by President of the European Parliament. (10 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: This debate needs two qualities and Mr. Cox has exhibited both â passion and clarity â everywhere he has spoken. Without those qualities the debate would not be successful. Mr. Cox has contributed hugely through his personal qualities and through his role as President of the European Parliament. We are honoured that he joined us here.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re address by the President of the European Parliament, Mr. Pat Cox, MEP, to be taken without debate; No. 2, motion re restoration of Digital Hub Development Agency Bill, 2002, to the Order Paper, to be taken without debate; No. 3, motion re Order of Business, to be taken without debate; No. 4, motion re Seanad reform, with the contributions of...
- Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: No, it is 20 minutes or less.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: No, I said the motion that we allow that address will be taken without debate.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: Many of the 20 speakers on the Order of Business, including Senators Brian Hayes, O'Toole, McDowell, Mooney, Coghlan and O'Meara, spoke about the problems in the North and the issues surrounding the report of the Flood tribunal. Debates were requested on both issues.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: A ruling was made at the Committee on Procedure and Privileges that if someone wished to introduce the idea of a person addressing the House, it should be raised at the committee, as was done in this case. It is on the Order Paper without debate today as an announcement made out of courtesy so all Members of the House would know that the committee agreed to the address. Senator Ross wanted to...
- Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: We will see.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: Senator O'Meara called for the amendment of legislation because of today's decision in the courts. I will bring that to the attention of the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform because this could lead to a serious situation in many domestic violence cases very quickly. Senator Henry mentioned the report of the Inspector of Mental Institutions and requested a debate. The Whips will...
- Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: It is hard to answer the comments of Senator Norris from the floor.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: That issue is one I have been reminded of by Senator Mooney. There is permanent attention to that trial by the Government's consular representative. I am glad of this because she is a formidable woman. I met her once and can say that she will maintain a very strong watching brief on the matter. I will convey the concerns of Senators regarding the issue. I hope I have not left anyone out; if I...
- Seanad: Address by Distinguished Persons: Motion. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: I move: That Seanad Ãireann agrees with the recommendation of the Committee on Procedure and Privileges that, in accordance with the provisions for the address to Seanad Ãireann by Distinguished Persons, Mr. Pat Cox, President of the European Parliament be invited to address Seanad Ãireann on 10 October, 2002 and the following arrangements shall apply in relation to that day. The Seanad...
- Seanad: Digital Hub Development Agency Bill, 2002: Motion. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: I move:
- Seanad: Order of Business: Motion. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: I move: That the practice of calling the Leader of the House to reply to the Order of Business no later than 30 minutes after the proposal of the Order of Business shall be continued until the Christmas recess. Question put and agreed to.
- Seanad: Sub-Committee of the Committee on Procedure and Privileges: Motion. (9 Oct 2002)
Mary O'Rourke: I move: That Seanad Ãireann, recognising the views expressed by Members of the 22nd Seanad concerning the issue of Seanad reform, instructs a sub-committee of the Committee on Procedure and Privileges to be established so that proposals can be brought forward. The Cathaoirleach indicates I may speak to the motion, but I intend to speak at a later date.