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Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: The Senator said that very calmly.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: Most, if not all, Senators, referred to yesterday's Exchequer returns. Several Senators suggested we should have an anticipatory debate on possible budgetary measures. Many speakers speculated on the Government actions that will be taken after the Opposition parties and the social partners have been consulted. On the question of whether the actions in question constitute a budget, I think...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: Some Scandinavian countries collect up to 50% of their national income in taxes. The level of tax a state collects determines the level and quality of public services it has. Not only do we need to bridge the gap in current public expenditure, but the issue of taxation needs to be addressed by all political parties if we want to develop a better society and increase the quality of public...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: It might help the individuals concerned, but we heard a very positive comment this week from the President of the European Central Bank, who talked about our general ability to work ourselves out of this crisis. That international view is the type of signal we should be working on. If we keep going in the direction we have been taking on lower tax receipts and inability to meet the gap, we...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: Senator Buttimer talked about the unemployment figures and the promotion of Ireland through St. Patrick's Day. He also referred to the carers strategy. The postponement of the carers strategy is based on the fact that the production of the document to date is far from satisfactory. It does not meet the future needs of carers and it needs to be considerably revamped. There will be a future...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: The Order of Business is No. 1, Adoption Bill 2009 — Committee Stage, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business and to adjourn not later than 5 p.m., if not previously concluded, and No. 22, Private Members' motion No. 34 on the development of microfinance, to be taken at 5 p.m. and to conclude not later than 7 p.m. The business of the House will be interrupted between 1.30...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: Senator Fitzgerald inquired as to whether there will be a new budget. In the aftermath of both Houses taking measures in respect of the public sector pension levy, it is hoped that the fall in tax receipts evident in the tax returns for November and December will be corrected. It is also hoped that the next budget will be introduced in December of this year as planned. If the position...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: Senators Alex White and Mullen inquired about the report by Transparency International. I understand that report is excellent and refers to many issues which deserve discussion in the House. I refer, for example, to the issue of political fund-raising — which was addressed at an event last weekend — and the need to deal with how this is provided, the amounts collected and the purposes...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: Senators O'Donovan and Keaveney requested a debate on the seafood industry. Senator Keaveney also inquired about the distribution of functions relating to the marine among several Government Departments. It would be apt for the House to engage in a debate on the seafood industry. Meetings are taking place today among representatives of the fishing industry, the Department and EU officials...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: The House recently dealt with the Broadcasting Bill 2008, the debate relating to which was quite detailed in nature. On the previous occasion on which I acted in the Leader's stead, I was obliged to bring the proceedings of the House to a halt at 11 p.m. as a result of the nature of the debate on that legislation. I accept the need for a wider debate on all aspects of the media and I will...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: I suspect that AIB is referring to its largest debtors in this regard.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: I thank Senator O'Toole for clarifying the position. The Government does not have plans to nationalise any other financial institutions. We just approved a recapitalisation measure and we are waiting to see whether this will have the desired effect. If such an effect is not forthcoming, consideration may be required in respect of a further injection of capital. The option of...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: Senator Leyden asked about the energy regulator and eel fishing, as did Senator Butler. I will bring their concerns to the attention of the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources. I suspect the proposal is made on scientific grounds and if the Minister needs to explain it to the House, I am sure he will do so.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: Apparently he did so in a recent Adjournment debate. Senators Mullen, Hanafin and Ó Murchú raised the recent scientific breakthrough in adult stem cell research. The House should note that and bear it in mind in the context of any further discussion it has on this issue. I am sure a request will be made for such a discussion; it has been made regularly in this House. Senator Glynn spoke...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: I am sorry. Senator McFadden pointed out the success and prioritisation of the screening programme and mentioned the current coverage in the media of a young woman who is dying of the disease in the United Kingdom. The Senator mentioned the savings it is hoped will be made on the e-voting system. It is unfortunate that when we talk about saving money, the money is not available to be spent...

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Mar 2009)

Dan Boyle: The Order of Business is No. 1, Legal Services Ombudsman Bill 2008 — Committee and Remaining Stages.

Seanad: Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages. (27 Feb 2009)

Dan Boyle: As it is now 2 p.m., I am required to put the following question in accordance with the order of the Seanad of this day: "That each of the sections undisposed of is hereby agreed to, that the Schedule and the Title are hereby agreed to, that the Preamble is hereby agreed to, that the Bill is accordingly reported to the House without amendment, that Fourth Stage is hereby completed and that...

Seanad: Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages. (27 Feb 2009)

Dan Boyle: Amendment No. 6 is an alternative to No. 5 and they will be discussed together.

Seanad: Order of Business. (27 Feb 2009)

Dan Boyle: On the Order of Business these days I am not sure whether we are talking about the need for a rolling debate on opinion polls or on the economy. Today's opinion poll shows the trend that was shown in two previous opinion polls and takes a snapshot of how Irish people are thinking at the moment. This House and the other House are meant to try to anticipate, describe and respond to such...

Seanad: Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Bill 2009: Second Stage. (26 Feb 2009)

Dan Boyle: The figures in front of us are stark. Of the €55 billion we intend to spend in 2009, €20 billion will go on social welfare, €20 billion on public sector pay alone and only €15 billion will go to all other services. Our expectation, which could yet prove to be very optimistic, is that at best we will raise €37 billion in tax this year. We are getting used to using the word...