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Joint Oireachtas Committee on International Surrogacy: Surrogacy in Ireland and in Irish and International Law: Discussion (Resumed) (9 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: No, it actually does not answer the question. I asked this question because of the economic barriers that might exist for certain economically-marginalised individuals. How much does Ms Hickey charge for her services in respect of international commercial surrogacy agreements?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on International Surrogacy: Surrogacy in Ireland and in Irish and International Law: Discussion (Resumed) (9 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: No, I just mean-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on International Surrogacy: Surrogacy in Ireland and in Irish and International Law: Discussion (Resumed) (9 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: Regarding the people that Ms Wasser said were allowed into Canada to get their babies through surrogacy, what happens with the residents?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on International Surrogacy: Surrogacy in Ireland and in Irish and International Law: Discussion (Resumed) (9 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: No problem.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on International Surrogacy: Surrogacy in Ireland and in Irish and International Law: Discussion (Resumed) (9 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: Okay.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on International Surrogacy: Surrogacy in Ireland and in Irish and International Law: Discussion (Resumed) (9 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: I thank Mr. Vaughn.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (2 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: The law exists in a state of flux, as do the prevailing social opinions of the people it governs. These two aspects of our shared existence act upon each other. Sometimes, changes in the law affect people's opinion. More often, legislators and the Government wait to see which way the wind is blowing before making a decision. Where this balance fails is when the Government and legislators...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (2 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: Thank you.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health and Safety (1 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: The Minister is very welcome. This is an issue known to every employer in the construction industry in the country. Safe Pass has become the quintessential example of bureaucratic red tape. It is a system that has become engorged on self-importance and is now treated as a prerequisite for even thinking about entering a building site. The Safe Pass system was introduced at the turn of the...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health and Safety (1 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: Fantastic.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health and Safety (1 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: Both the Minister and the Minister of State have been extremely progressive when it comes to legislation and programmes that concern training and retraining. They are probably the two finest Minsters in their respective portfolios and I congratulate them. Today, we are discussing an important matter as we try to get the construction industry back up and running. Encountering bureaucratic...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Jun 2022)

Sharon Keogan: Last month, which is not as long ago as it sounds, the Irish Dental Association met for its annual general meeting, AGM. It highlighted pressing concerns facing the industry here and called for Government intervention in key areas in need of reform. Top of that list is the need for the overhaul of the dental treatment service scheme, the HSE-managed scheme which offers medical card holders...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (31 May 2022)

Sharon Keogan: I am not sure what was funnier, Senator Conway or the Cathaoirleach on Tinder.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (31 May 2022)

Sharon Keogan: I am sure no one here wants to hear the word “passport” again, express or otherwise. However, I would like to raise the issue of the Government cost of documents. At the time of a cost-of-living crisis, we should be looking at any and all areas where we can ease financial burden where people may be experiencing it. The one fact that stands out when it comes to cost of...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (31 May 2022)

Sharon Keogan: Yes.

Seanad: Regulation of Providers of Building Works and Building Control (Amendment) Bill 2022 : Committee Stage (31 May 2022)

Sharon Keogan: I move amendment No. 6: In page 10, between lines 20 and 21, to insert the following: “(c) mechanical building services.”. The Minister is welcome. Is he going to accept any of the amendments?

Seanad: Regulation of Providers of Building Works and Building Control (Amendment) Bill 2022 : Committee Stage (31 May 2022)

Sharon Keogan: I understand how busy the Minister is. If he is not going to accept any of the amendments, I would like him to state that. I had a group from the Amalgamated Plumbing and Heating Contractors of Ireland in the House. It represents 60% of the industry. There are 3,500 small-to-medium contractors in the mechanical building services sector. They have raised concerns regarding the Bill. The...

Seanad: Regulation of Providers of Building Works and Building Control (Amendment) Bill 2022 : Committee Stage (31 May 2022)

Sharon Keogan: I am disappointed the Minister will not accept this amendment. Many people in this industry are very experienced. Those doing the work on the ground have to jump through a massive number of hoops. This is particularly difficult for people with small businesses and for sole traders. I will be putting this amendment to a vote.

Seanad: Regulation of Providers of Building Works and Building Control (Amendment) Bill 2022 : Committee Stage (31 May 2022)

Sharon Keogan: I move amendment No. 48: In page 64, after line 37, to insert the following: “Report on mechanical building services 66. The Minister shall, within one year of the passing of this Act, prepare and lay before the Joint Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage, a report detailing how mechanical building services can be exempt from the regulations outlined in this...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (26 May 2022)

Sharon Keogan: I thank my colleague, Senator Ahearn, for bringing in Ms Cara Darmody to shine a light on the brilliance of children who have autism. I say well done to Senator Ahearn and Ms Darmody. This week a site notice has gone up in the Laytown area regarding temporary planning permission for a period of five years for the development of an emergency temporary accommodation campsite on a site of 15.8...