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Seanad: Protection of the Environment Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (1 Apr 2003)

James Bannon: I move amendment No. 21: In page 82, to delete line 21.

Seanad: Protection of the Environment Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (1 Apr 2003)

James Bannon: I move amendment No. 22: In page 86, line 13, after "(including landfill)" to insert "without benefit to agriculture". There is a difference of opinion as to whether the use of manure on farm land constitutes fertilising or a waste disposal activity. Assistance could possibly be provided by the addition of the words "without benefit to agriculture" at the end of item 1 in the new Third...

Seanad: Protection of the Environment Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (1 Apr 2003)

James Bannon: Farmyard manure is used on farmland as a fertiliser. It is not a waste recovery activity. It is important that farmers can use it in the traditional manner. Nowadays there is not that much of it coming from the calf shed. We are all used to spreading it on land. There is a fear, however, among the farming community that this practice may be discontinued. Perhaps the Minister will clarify...

Seanad: Protection of the Environment Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (1 Apr 2003)

James Bannon: There is a genuine fear among farmers that they will not be allowed continue to farm in the manner in which their fathers and forefathers farmed. The restrictions are impinging on areas designated for agricultural development. There are those who want to build a nice house in a rural area and then object to farming practices. A person who lives in an area designated for agricultural...

Seanad: Protection of the Environment Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (1 Apr 2003)

James Bannon: I move amendment No. 23: In page 87, to delete lines 21 and 22.

Seanad: Protection of the Environment Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (1 Apr 2003)

James Bannon: I, too, thank the Minister for coming into the House for the various Stages of the Bill. As we all know, local democracy is an essential element in any democratic state and the machinery by which important services are provided. Such legislation is important to ensure a healthier environment. As I said, I hope there are not too many obstacles put in the way of development in the agricultural...

Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: It is important the House holds a weekly debate on the situation in Iraq. Like other civil minded people, I am abhorred by the brutality and cruelty of the attacks on the civilian communities. I ask the Leader to meet the director general of RTE to discuss the broadcasting of the proceedings of the Houses of the Oireachtas under "Oireachtas Report" at an earlier time. Many busy people...

Seanad: Employment Permits Bill 2003: Second Stage. (27 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Browne. I thank Senator Leyden for his kind comments. He has at last recognised the fact that only for Fine Gael, the second Nice referendum would not have been passed.

Seanad: Employment Permits Bill 2003: Second Stage. (27 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: As Senator Leyden will be aware, Fine Gael is the most pro-European party in the State. We are part of the strongest alliance in the European Union and we have produced some of the best leaders within the European Union such as Peter Sutherland, Garret Fitzgerald John Bruton and Enda Kenny. They are recognised as super-leaders—

Seanad: Employment Permits Bill 2003: Second Stage. (27 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: The Senator got the red paint for it. This Bill has been brought before the House with what could in other circumstances be referred to as undue haste. It was published on Monday and is here for consideration today. I have been concerned at the haste in which other Bills have been brought before the House without adequate time being given for research purposes. I hope it will not be repeated...

Seanad: Employment Permits Bill 2003: Second Stage. (27 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: They are a welcoming and very well-educated people. They are very interested in events in the European Union. Their politicians are young, enthusiastic and well-educated. The country has a very rich heritage and culture and they have a great deal in common with us. I welcome them and other applicant states into the European Union because their entry will be mutually beneficial. They regard...

Seanad: Employment Permits Bill 2003: Second Stage. (27 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: This is acknowledged throughout Europe and by the applicant states. I predict that in the not too distant future it will also be acknowledged by the Irish electorate who will dump the current Government and hopefully replace it with a Fine Gael-led Administration. As a country that saw unprecedented emigration in the not too distant past, people here are familiar with the notion of working...

Seanad: Employment Permits Bill 2003: Second Stage. (27 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: I apologise, he is a Government Minister.

Seanad: Order of Business. (25 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: The Health Research Board recently launched its report on the two main methods of waste disposal and outlined in detail the health and environmental effects of landfill and incineration. It is important that the Minister for the Environment and Local Government is invited to come before the House as a matter of urgency to debate this emotive issue, which is a cause of great public concern.

Seanad: Order of Business. (25 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: The Health Research Board report on waste.

Seanad: Local Government Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (25 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: I second the amendment. We examined and discussed the various sections of the Bill in great detail on Second and Committee Stages. The Minister said he would bring forward legislation to address the lack of powers vested in elected representatives, the main area of concern mentioned by Senators, at a future date. I would like to ask the reason there has to be a delay, however, as we should be...

Seanad: Local Government Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (25 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: There should be a link between local authorities and the Oireachtas. I have no problem with the present system which links local authorities with the Seanad. A Senator who is also a member of a local authority does not receive two salaries – as dual mandate holders, we make a commitment of work. My local authority sent me my P60, rightly so, on the day I was elected to this House. It is...

Seanad: Local Government Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (25 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: It was definitely not the Local Authority Members Association which represents the members.

Seanad: Local Government Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (25 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: The Minister did not mention the association when he made his Committee Stage speech. Not all members of the General Council of County Councils requested the changes. Members of the Minister's party are annoyed about the proposed changes. I do not think Senator Brennan who is smiling on the Government back benches is entirely supportive of them. The Minister should reconsider the matter. I...

Seanad: Local Government Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (25 Mar 2003)

James Bannon: I second the amendment.