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Seanad: Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022: Committee Stage (29 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I just want to point out that neither I nor the Minister had any hand, act or part in ruling the amendment out of order. I am sure Senator Mullen understands that. I have given him fairly adequate time. It is only right that I would do that.

Seanad: Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022: Committee Stage (29 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: When is it proposed to take the next Stage?

Seanad: Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022: Committee Stage (29 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Impact on Farming Sector Arising from the Situation in Ukraine: Statements (29 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Like many other Senators, I welcome the Minister. I greatly admire his approach of meeting farmers and speaking with them, which is vital. For many years, we got it wrong and we spoke down to farmers. In that context, the Minister's approach is very important. I met about a dozen farmers for a chat a few evenings ago in a park near Ballinasloe in south County Roscommon. They are all...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Road Projects (10 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach. I know he has travelled this road on many occasions because of where his in-laws are located. He knows how important and necessary it is to upgrade it. I welcome the Minister of State. The issue I am raising is not within his brief but I appreciate his coming here to take it. The N61 is a very busy national secondary route from Athlone to Roscommon. In...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Road Projects (10 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I welcome the reply. It is regrettable that TII did not see fit to put funding into it for 2022, but that is the position. I hope, and I know the Minister of State will bring this message back, that we can get this development back on course as quickly as possible. It is vital that we upgrade this road, not only for the economy of the area and the wider region but also, more importantly,...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Rental Sector (10 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I thank the Minister of State for addressing that issue and Senator Lombard for raising it. I express my thanks to all Senators and Ministers of State, as well as the staff, including the ushers, for their co-operation.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (10 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I agree with Senator Sherlock about the horrific bombing yesterday in Ukraine. More disturbing, however, is that those infamous words "fake news" are now being used by the Russians where women and children have been maimed and killed. It is just shocking. All we can do is hope there is some type of breakthrough and ceasefire there because it is very much a doomsday situation for everybody....

Seanad: Seachtain na Gaeilge: Ráitis (9 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Gabhaim buíochas leis an Leas-Chathaoirleach agus leis an Aire. Tá sé iontach í a fheiceáil anseo inniu chun Seachtain na Gaeilge a cheiliúradh. Molaim go hard í as an méid oibre atá déanta aici agus ag an Aire Stáit, an Teachta Chambers, chun ár dteanga dhúchais a chosaint. Fuair an tAire agus an tAire Stáit, Teachta...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Presidential Elections (3 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I thank Senator Ó Donnghaile for finishing well within his time.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Presidential Elections (3 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I thank the Minister of State and Senator Ó Donnghaile for that interesting Commencement matter.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: International Programmes (3 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I thank the Minister of State for taking all four Commencement matters, only one of which related to the Department of Health. All Senators appreciate his attendance and replies and the time he has spent with us. I thank Senators Malcolm Byrne, Ó Donnghaile, Ward and Keogan. I also thank the administrative staff and ushers for always being helpful during these sessions.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Following Senator Craughwell's comments, I must say the Cathaoirleach is a fountain of knowledge. Ambassador Karadjova is very welcome to the Seanad today. Our thoughts are very much with her and eastern Europe at the moment. We are very shocked and horrified by the continuing aggression by Russia towards her neighbours in Ukraine. We compliment her and her nation on what they are trying...

Seanad: Animal Health and Welfare and Forestry (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Committee Stage (Resumed) (3 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I will be brief on this. I waited for the Minister's response and I have taken into account what everybody else has said and it is really important that we get a fair deal for the three farmers involved and for their employees. As Senator Higgins has said, there is a constructive way forward. In his reply, the Minister said twice publicly that he will meet the farmers again. It is really...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Aligning Education with the UNCRPD (Resumed): Discussion (3 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I welcome the Minister of State to our meeting this morning. As the Chairman noted, I am substituting for Senator O’Loughlin, who is otherwise engaged. First, I wish to pay tribute to the Minister of State, to the Minister for Education, Deputy Foley, and to their officials. While this can be a difficult area and we always will have issues and questions, I acknowledge that much...

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

Eugene Murphy: This morning I was informed that the price of fuel will increase by 7.5 cent per litre on the wholesale market. This will mean a 9 cent increase at the pumps within 48 hours. I predict that by St. Patrick's Day we will have passed the €2 mark. We understand much of this has to do with the very unstable situation in eastern Europe, which seems to be getting worse. Whatever happens,...

Seanad: Credit Union Sector: Statements (2 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: I welcome the Minister of State. I am delighted to make a short contribution to the debate. I commend him on the excellent work he has done in this area. His series of meetings and engagements to move this matter forward is recognised by the credit union movement. I have been asked to pass that on to him. I acknowledge the work done by the current Minister for Public Expenditure and...

Seanad: Housing Policy: Motion (2 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: Like many others, I acknowledge the motion put down by the Civil Engagement Group. I also welcome our guests into the Chamber this evening. I am glad we will not be opposing this motion because housing is something for which we all have a huge responsibility. I am listening to what everybody is saying. Housing is one of the core issues this Government was formed to tackle. We understand...

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

Eugene Murphy: In recent days, a member of An Garda Síochána, Garda Padraig Scott, who lives about 40 km from me at home, was brutally attacked in County Cavan where he was on duty. I will not say much about the case because we do not know a lot about it at the moment. However, I would like the House to wish Garda Scott well today and to utterly and totally condemn another attack on a member of...

Seanad: Situation in Ukraine: Statements (1 Mar 2022)

Eugene Murphy: The invasion by Russia of Ukraine's sovereign territory and its attack on the Ukrainian people is an outrageous and immoral breach of the most fundamental and basic principles of international law. Our thoughts are with President Zelenskiy and the innocent people of Ukraine in their most difficult hour and hours to come. It is saddening to watch as the might of Russia closes in on another...