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Seanad: Order of Business (22 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: I thank the Cathaoirleach for reminding me. In that context, where I come from we were always capable of seeing the bigger picture and having regard for the greater good, as well as encouraging and nurturing those who have been neglected for long periods. Dublin supporters should enjoy the Sam Maguire while they have it on loan. It is another one of those temporary little arrangements....

Seanad: Arts Plan: Statements (21 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: I will be brief. I would like to make a speech but that is not allowed. The Minister sold himself short when he said he was a friend of the arts. Everyone realises the Minister has been a tremendous supporter of the arts, not just when in government but also for years when a member of the Opposition. I welcome very much what he has achieved, particularly in that Department and in those...

Seanad: Arts Plan: Statements (21 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: I have a question, of course. I salute the Minister's initiative with regard to Killarney House and his policy for the use of our housing heritage for cultural purposes. I know he also supports what we have done in Muckross House and the cultural events that have been hosted there over the years, such as shows, plays and music events. I would like to hear the Minister's views on the...

Seanad: Arts Plan: Statements (21 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: It had been gathering dust in files. I want to hear from the Minister because I believe he has very good ambitious plans.

Seanad: Arts Plan: Statements (21 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: Of course.

Seanad: Arts Plan: Statements (21 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: I was campaigning for years until along came the Minister. I could not have succeeded without him.

Seanad: Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2011: Second Stage (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: I thank the Minister and welcome him to the House.

Seanad: Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2011: Second Stage (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: Remarks must be addressed through the Chair. No interruptions, please.

Seanad: Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2011: Second Stage (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: Senator Harte to continue, without interruption, please.

Seanad: Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2011: Second Stage (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: There will no be use of the guillotine on Second Stage. This is an open-ended debate. Senator Harte to continue, without interruption.

Seanad: Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2011: Committee and Remaining Stages (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: When is it proposed to sit again?

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: We will refer the Senator to former Senator Donie Cassidy.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: In regard to the ESB and other State companies and properties, we should remind ourselves of the words of the Minister, Deputy Rabbitte. He said that we need to manoeuvre within the parameters of what the previous Government agreed on behalf of this sovereign State with the European Union and the IMF. There are parameters, but I have no doubt we can have confidence in any decisions the...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: I am looking for the Minister to come in to get clarity.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: Frequently.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: Fianna Fáil introduced it.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: What about the creation of jobs in industry?

Seanad: Order of Business. (14 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: Senator O'Neill touched on an important issue when he referred to the lack of co-operation between local voluntary groups and local authorities and whether there is an insurance issue involved. The country is too small to lack uniformity in this regard. It is something we should pursue with the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government. I intend to pursue it with him,...

Seanad: Order of Business. (14 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: I am simply pointing out to the Leader that we need to pursue this with the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government when there is such a wonderful example there of great co-operation-----

Seanad: Order of Business. (14 Sep 2011)

Paul Coghlan: -----between that local authority and all the local interests working so well together to achieve the result that the town obtained in the recent Tidy Towns competition. I heartily congratulate them again.