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Seanad Committee on the Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union: Engagement with Central Bank of Ireland (4 May 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: I repeat my question about putting in place a temporary framework for State-aid rules to give more flexibility for investment by the State in infrastructure in disadvantaged areas. My initial question was not answered.

Seanad Committee on the Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union: Engagement with Central Bank of Ireland (4 May 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: I asked about a temporary framework.

Seanad Committee on the Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union: Engagement with Central Bank of Ireland (4 May 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: I welcome the witnesses. My first question is on the efforts that have been made by the remaining member states to attract banks and financial services. There are reports that there will be a race to the bottom in terms of supervisory standards, which, considering all that we have been through with the banks not only here but abroad, is shocking. My colleague has asked if there will be...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: General Scheme of the Greyhound Industry Bill 2017: Discussion (Resumed) (2 May 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: I welcome all the witnesses to today's meeting. Their input has been very important to the pre-legislation scrutiny of the general scheme of the greyhound industry Bill. From my work with animal welfare groups, I know the witnesses deal with greyhounds which is the worst side of the industry. From the discussion, I am aware that many people who breed greyhounds care for their animals and...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Cashflow Support Loan Scheme: Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (2 May 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: I thank Mr. Ashmore for his presentation. I very much welcome the scheme and farmers are benefiting from it. The way the opportunity was grabbed by so many so quickly, while welcome, is also a reminder of the untenable rates being offers by banks for term loans and overdrafts, which farmers and businesses in general have to contend with as they try to keep their operations going. My...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Cashflow Support Loan Scheme: Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (2 May 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: How is this in keeping with the SBCI's objectives to create more competition in the market when the SBCI is using them to roll out this funding?

Seanad: Order of Business (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: I welcome the announcement by the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Deputy Heather Humphreys, of the town and village renewal scheme 2017. This will allow new life to be breathed into many towns and villages around the country. The recent census figures show population decline in two counties, Mayo and Donegal, and low population growth in other counties...

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: Before we commence I wish to remind Senators that a Senator may speak only once on Report Stage except the proposer of an amendment who may reply to the discussion on the amendment. On Report Stage each amendment must be seconded, except Government amendments.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: Amendments Nos. 2 to 6, inclusive, are related and may be discussed together by agreement. Amendment No. 6 is a physical alternative to amendment No. 5.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: Very good. We will move on.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: Amendment No. 6, in the names of Senators Norris and Ó Domhnaill, cannot be moved.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: As amendment No. 5 is agreed, amendment No. 6 is out.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: Amendments Nos. 7, 8 and 10 to 18, inclusive, may be discussed together by agreement. Amendment No. 11 is a physical alternative to amendment No. 10.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: Senator Norris, you can raise those issues in your response.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: The Senator does not have an opportunity to speak further.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: She is not. The proposer is Senator David Norris. The amendments have been grouped.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: Only Senator Norris can speak a second time.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Report and Final Stages (13 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: Is there a seconder?

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: Hear, hear.

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Apr 2017)

Michelle Mulherin: I also welcome the deal that has been struck on cystic fibrosis drugs, particularly Orkambi. It will provide welcome relief to a particular cohort of cystic fibrosis sufferers who will benefit from the drug. It also shows that we must stand up to drugs companies. In that regard, I compliment those who negotiated with the companies in question to achieve an acceptable deal in terms of cost....