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Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: Senator Alex White, Senator Leyden and, to an extent, Senator Hannigan raised the issue of fuel pricing differentials. Senator Hannigan spoke about the wider issue. The question on fuel was on foot of the recently released European report which shows that Irish prices are higher than those in other European countries before taxes are applied. However, Irish prices at the pump are still...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: The question of profiteering, as some speakers mentioned, is being addressed in a report from the National Consumer Agency.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: Senator Leyden and Senator Norris raised the issue of rendition. The American administration that will be dealt with on this issue is the one led by President George W. Bush, who brought this policy into practice. The transition of the new president who will be elected in the United States today will take place in January. I agree that all the measures that have been agreed can only be a...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: Senator O'Reilly and Senator Buttimer spoke about the US elections and a new initiative on the position of the undocumented Irish. It is a good opportunity and I will make that view known. It is also an opportunity to wish the two main party candidates well in today's elections, even though——

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: ——we might wish some candidates better than others.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: We need to be at least somewhat politic, although I wish to stress, on a personal level, that the passing from one administration to another, regardless of who is in charge, cannot come soon enough for many people, given the practices that have occurred. The current President has compromised the world in terms of peace and economic stability.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: Senators Ó Murchú and Glynn raised the issue of No.16 Moore Street and the need to protect that building as a national monument. This is, first and foremost, a matter for Dublin City Council but the concerns of Senators will be made known to the relevant Department. Senator Mullen withdrew his request for a debate on stem cell research on the basis that he intends to introduce a Private...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: Senator Mullen also raised the question of Burma and the treatment of the Chin people. Indeed, several speakers raised issues in the foreign affairs arena, including the need for an international commission of inquiry in Somalia with regard to the recent Sharia law case concerning a 13 year old girl who was raped. Senator Ormonde asked for a debate on Irish Aid, in the context of the recent...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: ——on what he sees as ideals in society. However, the Civil Partnership Bill is very much a part of the programme for Government. In itself, it is a compromise of the positions of both parties in government. The Green Party's position on civil partnership is stronger than what is likely to be introduced in the Bill. Nonetheless, it is a development in legislation that will deal with...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2008)

Dan Boyle: The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on broadcasting standards.

Seanad: Mental Health Bill 2008: Second Stage (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: The Green Party understands the circumstances surrounding the extraordinary introduction of this Bill and is supportive of it but with reservations. Our mental health legislation is under review and there is a need to complete that review and to introduce large-scale amendments to existing legislation. We have come a long way from the 19th century legislation which referred to people with...

Seanad: Morris Tribunal: Statements (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: The gratitude of the House in respect of the work done by Mr. Justice Morris already has been marked. One must repeat the comments made by the Minister of State in his opening contribution to the effect that the entire purpose of the tribunal was to examine how one particular incident affected those who were accused and how they were subsequently treated in Garda custody. The main finding...

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: I support Senator Quinn's call for ongoing debates on economic matters. We are facing serious economic times both nationally and globally. The example he gave of Finland is apposite. A green party participates in that country's Government and we can adopt many of the lessons learned from its experience. In recent local elections, despite being in government and changing economic times,...

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: I support the call for an ongoing debate on education matters. Recent Cabinet meetings and the budget have confirmed that education spending will be prioritised during the rest of the term of this Government. We have taken a step backwards and there must be an ongoing national debate on the best use of resources. I am confident there will be changes in how those resources are used but it...

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: This is part of every representation I make in this House. Part of the debate that occurs in this Chamber is not only challenging the Government in what it has done but challenging the Opposition on what it could do and what it has done in government in the past.

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: I make no apologies that the record of Members who have tabled motions on education and disabilities is open to scrutiny. These are the points made in the debate last night and I will make them in future debates.

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: Senator Regan should not do himself down.

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: That would be a cynical debate.

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: When the Minister is available, which was not possible yesterday.

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Oct 2008)

Dan Boyle: Senator Bacik could talk about party affiliations.