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Seanad: Expressions of Sympathy on the Death of His Holiness, Pope John Paul II: Motion. (12 Apr 2005)

Mary Henry: I thank the Leader for having given us the opportunity to speak to this motion and express our sympathy on the death of the Pope. We must remember, however, that there is also an element of celebration involved. Pope John Paul II was an elderly man who obviously believed in the life everlasting and, therefore, I would have thought that, for him, death represented a moment of moving on to a...

Seanad: Expressions of Sympathy on the Death of His Holiness, Pope John Paul II: Motion. (12 Apr 2005)

Mary Henry: I saw the power that he and fellow Christian leaders like him had in shaping Poland then. Many European political leaders were extremely lucky that Karol Wojtila had a priestly vocation. One can imagine what he could have done on the European political stage with his wonderful linguistic skills. He would have put everyone in the shade had he been a member of the European Parliament, perhaps...

Seanad: West Link Toll Bridge: Motion. (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: Three?

Seanad: West Link Toll Bridge: Motion. (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: It is odd that any roads around a city or town are tolled. If one examines the international situation, the main reason to have roads around a city or town is to avoid people travelling through them. If there is a toll in place it discourages those people from going around the town. I am glad that Senator White has had suchpleasant experiences with the West Link toll bridge as I have found it...

Seanad: West Link Toll Bridge: Motion. (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: One can visit Florence in Italy, for example, where there is a great deal of traffic congestion but no tolls in sight. It is the same around Verona and Milan in the north of Italy. There are tolls on long stretches of road but not on short ones. Senator Brian Hayes's suggestion concerning lifting the barriers when there is congestion is a good one. I am certain this could help in improving...

Seanad: West Link Toll Bridge: Motion. (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: ——is beyond belief at times. I agree with Senator Mansergh that money must be spent on public transport. If that were to happen we would be able to get out of our cars and make more of our journeys on public transport.

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: Are veterinary nurses allowed to take samples?

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: Can anyone take a blood sample?

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: The Minister is wise to introduce this amendment. It would be unfair on people who have practised for a long time not to have the chance to get the qualifications to register. Five years seems a reasonable length of time.

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: The Minister has covered the concerns I had with this section.

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: This is an important amendment. The value of original documents is incredible and in some situations only an original document is accepted, but I do not believe an original should be displayed publically where it could quite easily be stolen. Perhaps one could display a copy, and the original could be seen on demand if necessary. Original copies are so valuable in this situation. Will the...

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: Will the Minister take on board Senator Quinn's remarks about having the original certificate on the premises and ready for inspection? Everything Senator McCarthy has said about the loss of original documents is correct. It is a nightmare to replace lost documentation.

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: I move amendment No. 125: In page 85, paragraph (b), line 16, to delete "veterinary". An authorised officer should be in a position to enter any premises about which he or she has concerns even if it is not a registered veterinary premises.

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: I move amendment No. 126: In page 85, subsection (1)(a)(i)(I), lines 28 and 29, to delete "by a registered person". This provision is very restrictive in that only the premises of registered practitioners can be inspected without a search warrant. Situations may arise in regard to a person who has been struck off, for example, or a veterinary nurse who is acting in the manner of a veterinary...

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: Senator Quinn's comments make a great deal of sense. The most law-abiding people will be in the most invidious position. They are the ones whose homes can be raided without a warrant, as the Senator stated, whereas court warrants will be required to inspect the premises of those who have set up fly-by-night establishments, for example, and who are not veterinarians at all. Perhaps the...

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: I thank the Minister and her officials for the time and thought they have put into this Bill and for their careful examination of the amendments. It is gratifying to have a Minister come here and take what we say seriously. Sometimes, one gets the impression that a rubber stamp is all that is required of this House.

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: I am confident that when we have completed our deliberations in April, the Bill will have a seamless passage through the lower House.

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: I support the amendments, as I did in the past. First, some Christian denominations believe that one should not swear an oath. Quakers, for example, believe it is wrong. Second, oaths are sworn far too easily. The most amazing evidence is given under oath, after which contradictory evidence is brought forward both in the courts and in tribunals. As a practising member of the Christian church,...

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage (Resumed). (23 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: The amount of work that has gone into this amendment is incredible and I congratulate all those who put it together because it covers everything extremely well. It is important to remember veterinary nursing is a profession in its own right. It was always interesting to note there were far greater penalties for pretending to be a vet than pretending to be a medical doctor. I would not like if...

Seanad: Veterinary Practice Bill 2004: Committee Stage. (22 Mar 2005)

Mary Henry: The Minister has made her case well. Happily, the veterinary council includes many veterinary practitioners who will not want to see their profession denigrated in any way. The Minister has put the case well for this provision to deal with an emergency or pandemic.