Results 921-940 of 4,937 for speaker:Diarmuid Wilson
- Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (28 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: That does not pertain to the amendment.
- Seanad: Order of Business (27 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: Like my colleagues, I welcome the signing off of the draft agreement on Brexit by the member states of the European Union. I extend to the British Prime Minister, Mrs. Theresa May, every good wish in getting the agreement through her parliament. I also take this opportunity to pay tribute to Mr. Brendan Murray, a native of Tuam in County Galway. His father hails from Kildallan in County...
- Seanad: Finance Bill 2018: Second Stage (27 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: I welcome the Minister to the House and commend him on the excellent work he is doing in the Department of Finance. I am taking the place of my colleague, Senator Horkan, who is unfortunately unavailable to contribute to the debate on this Stage. The Senator looks forward to doing so on the other Stages of the Bill, however. As the Minister stated, the Finance Bill 2018 seeks to place many...
- Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: I join other colleagues in condemning the attack on the war memorial last night. It is obvious from the use of red paint that it was not a random act. It was premeditated and deliberate. Given that the monument in question commemorates thousands of Irish people from both sides of the political divide who lost their lives, last night's act says more about those who carried it out than it...
- Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: That means I am second best.
- Seanad: Order of Business (22 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: I am sure Senator Richmond would make a good hand of managing the Irish soccer team.
- Seanad: Brexit: Motion (22 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: I thank the Minister of State for her contribution and for being with us. I know she has been very busy on Ireland's behalf over the past year or so. We know she will continue working until there is a satisfactory conclusion.
- Seanad: Brexit: Motion (22 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: This is my first opportunity to congratulate Senator Ned O'Sullivan on his promotion to spokesperson on Brexit and foreign affairs. Well done. I understand Senator Marshall is allowing Senator Craughwell to speak before him. Senator Craughwell has five minutes.
- Seanad: Brexit: Motion (22 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: I neglected to wish Senator Craughwell a happy birthday. I call Senator Richmond who has eight minutes.
- Seanad: Order of Business (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: What did you say?
- Seanad: Order of Business (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: If in doubt, leave it out.
- Seanad: Order of Business (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: I am trying to assist the Leader.
- Seanad: Order of Business (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: Certainly not. I am trying to assist the Leader.
- Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: To clarify, amendments Nos. 72 to 77, inclusive, are related. Amendment No. 75 is a physical alternative to No. 74. Amendments Nos. 72 to 77, inclusive, are being discussed together and that has been agreed. Senator McDowell was in possession.
- Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: Senator Norris.
- Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: I am very lenient with Senator Norris. He has made several interruptions. I am just asking him-----
- Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: We are trying to get through this Bill.
- Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: We are trying to get through this Bill as speedily as possible.
- Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: It is being discussed. It will not be moved formally.
- Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (21 Nov 2018)
Diarmuid Wilson: Senator Ó Donnghaile should spare a thought for the Chair.