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Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Other Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Unionist Community (14 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: I thank the witnesses sincerely for coming in to talk to us and sharing their experiences and expertise. These conversations are 100% vitally important and the presence of the witnesses is vital. It is daunting often for most people to come as witnesses to any parliamentary committee, but to come into one in a different jurisdiction can be quite daunting, so I thank the witnesses for coming...

Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Other Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Unionist Community (14 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: "Wow" is all that I can say because we have had three fantastic presentations. As I was listening to Mr. Marshall, Mr. Graham and Mr. Pollak I was getting a bit emotional. I just want to hear what they have to say as it is very powerful. It is wonderful to hear their voices. Mr. Pollak's presentation was very moving. He spoke about wondering whether Britain or Ireland wanted him. It is...

Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Other Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Unionist Community (14 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: I mean this. I am so disappointed we do not have a unionist voice in the Seanad. Every time I see Mr. Marshall I am nearly crying and asking why he is not here representing the unionist voice because it is so important. There are too few northern voices in here and but especially unionist voices. It is a real missed opportunity that I hope in future can be rectified. I am blown away. I...

Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Other Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Unionist Community (14 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: Hear, hear.

Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Other Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Dr. Stephen Farry (14 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: I really appreciate the witnesses coming in today. It is great to see them here. Dr. Farry and I have worked together on the Oireachtas Joint Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement. It is fantastic that he is here today. I am really glad that the whole day has been devoted to hearing from non-nationalist witnesses, and I am particularly glad that we are recognising...

Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Other Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Unionist Community (14 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: Hear, hear.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Long Covid and Monkeypox: Discussion (12 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: I thank the witnesses for their presentation. I am sorry for being late to the meeting, which happened because I had some technical problems. I hope my questions do not repeat points that have already been covered. As I am sure the witnesses are aware, news of the monkeypox virus has really triggered fear in a large number of people, many of whom are still trying to overcome the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Long Covid and Monkeypox: Discussion (12 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: That is good to hear. If there are people listening to this discussion today who suspect or are fearful they might have monkeypox, what advice would the witnesses give them and what would they tell them is the first thing they should do?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Long Covid and Monkeypox: Discussion (12 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: I thank the witnesses for their replies and for their work.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Long Covid and Monkeypox: Discussion (12 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: I thank our guests for coming in. I want to follow on from Deputy Hourigan's question around children. I am aware of a couple of cases. I totally agree with what Deputy Gino Kenny said because I had it is as well and there is exhaustion as well as sickness. If you had that exhaustion for a long time it really impacts you in every way and particularly your mental health. For young people...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Long Covid and Monkeypox: Discussion (12 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: Okay.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Long Covid and Monkeypox: Discussion (12 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: Yes. The elderly are a group considered especially vulnerable to this virus and its lasting effects. Given all 14 post-acute and long Covid clinics are located in larger towns and cities, how does the HSE plan to deliver care to those who live in more rural environments?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Long Covid and Monkeypox: Discussion (12 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: Generally, but really older people because they are so vulnerable. It must be awful for them to be living far away and having to travel. That is the concern.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Long Covid and Monkeypox: Discussion (12 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: Okay. Dr. Ní Bhriain mentioned the 14 clinics have already been established. The healthcare service is already really stretched. There is no doubt about it. We see that in a lot of the presentations that come in. Is there any way our guests can ensure the efficiency and longevity of the service?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Long Covid and Monkeypox: Discussion (12 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: Okay. I thank our guests.

Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Young Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Discussion (Resumed) (7 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: I thank all of the representatives. They are very welcome here today. All of the presentations were just fantastic. As I listened to all of the presentations today, a part of me wishes that the participants were sitting around the table in Government buildings talking to, discussing with, and advising our Government. The first thing I will say is that Ms Anderson is an inspiration. She...

Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Young Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Discussion (Resumed) (7 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: Hear, hear.

Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Young Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Discussion (Resumed) (7 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: I thank the witnesses for their presentations this morning. The participation of the young people here is hugely important to our work in Leinster House and in Ireland's future. Hearing their voices, I am just blown away. Evan's point about the limitations of the curriculum is so important. High-stakes testing takes a real toll on students' mental health. That is a theme here today. It...

Seanad Public Consultation Committee: Young Voices on the Constitutional Future of the Island of Ireland: Discussion (Resumed) (7 Oct 2022)

Frances Black: Eoghan spoke wonderfully about this beautiful island of ours. We all live on this stunning island. I ask him to speak more about how he thinks cross-Border co-operation could help us battle climate change. Doireann and Eimear spoke fluent Irish and I am feel ashamed that I cannot speak the language as fluently as them. It is so beautiful to hear them speak one of the most beautiful...