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Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (30 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: Ilinca does great work 365 days of the year, as do all staff in the Seanad Office. In advance of Romania's national day and the celebration of the country's independence, the ambassador is most welcome.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: Before I read out the Commencement matters, I welcome the Canadian ambassador to Ireland to the House. H.E. Nancy Smyth is organising a trade delegation to go from Leinster House to Canada. I thank her for being here; we are grateful for her presence.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: I have received notice from the following Senators that they propose to raise the following matters: Senator Lynn Boylan - The need for the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications to make a statement on engagement with European colleagues on the exploitation of Palestinian natural resources under the memorandum of understanding between the EU, the State of Israel and the...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: EU Agreements (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: I welcome the Minister of State to the House. I note he was in the Dáil Chamber and was supposed to be relieved of his duties there but his replacement did not show up. He is irreplaceable in any event. The first Commencement matter has been tabled by our birthday girl, Senator Lynn Boylan. Happy birthday, Senator.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: Before I call the Leader to outline the Order of Business, I welcome the students from St. Gerald's College, Castlebar, County Mayo. They looked like Mayo footballers of the future, or the present, actually, when they were standing for a photograph. I wish the lads the best of luck. I hope Mayo wins the all-Ireland football final at some time in their lifetimes, although not if Mayo is...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: One of the unwritten rules of Leinster House is that students visiting should have no homework for the day, or the week, possibly. We will leave that at the discretion of the teachers. There should definitely be no homework today anyway.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: I thank Senator Doherty. I call Senator Boylan and again wish her a happy birthday.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: One cannot interrupt a Senator unless the Senator gives one permission. Is Senator Craughwell giving way to Senator Gavan?

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: That is fine. Senator Craughwell, without interruption.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: Senator Doherty has tabled an amendment to the Order of Business: "That No. 10 be taken before No. 2". The amendment was seconded by Senator Seery Kearney. The Leader has indicated she is prepared to accept the amendment. Is the amendment agreed to? Agreed.

Seanad: Misuse of Drugs (Amendment) (Control of Nitrous Oxide) Bill 2023: First Stage (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: When is it proposed to take Second Stage?

Seanad: Misuse of Drugs (Amendment) (Control of Nitrous Oxide) Bill 2023: First Stage (29 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Teachtaireacht ó Chomhchoiste - Message from Joint Committee (28 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: The Joint Committee on Agriculture, Food on the Marine has completed its consideration of the Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2023.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (28 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: I have received notice from the following Senators that they propose to raise the following matters: Senator Niall Blaney - The need for the Minister for Transport to make a statement on the proposal by Transport Infrastructure Ireland to restrict lay-bys on motorways. Senator Micheál Carrigy - The need for the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to make a statement on...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Road Safety (28 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: I welcome to the House the Minister of State, Deputy Thomas Byrne.

Seanad: Teachtaireacht ón Dáil - Message from Dáil (28 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: Dáil Éireann passed the Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023 on 22 November 2023, which is sent herewith to Seanad Éireann for its recommendations.

Seanad: Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy (28 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: Before I call the Leader to outline the Order of Business, I know we were all deeply saddened to hear of the death of Tras Honan, a former Cathaoirleach of Seanad Éireann. She was a native of Clonmel, County Tipperary and went on to run the family pub in County Clare for many years. She was the first woman ever elected to the then Ennis Urban District Council and also the first woman...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: The Senator, without interruption.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: The Senator, without interruption, please.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Nov 2023)

Mark Daly: I am sorry; the Senator without interruption. The only time a Senator can interrupt another Senator is if he or she asks permission.