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Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: The Minister of State, Senator Hackett, who has left us now, mentioned forking the silage on her nice little trip down to Mayo. A lot of heads popped up from the phones and looked over with surprise. She is well known for forking out the silage on her own farm in Offaly. She is no stranger to it. Like other Senators I wish to express my good wishes to all the staff of this House who are...

Seanad: Teachtaireacht ón Dáil - Message from Dáil (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: Dáil Éireann has agreed on the 15th day of December 2021 to the recommendations made by Seanad Éireann to the Finance Bill 2021 and has made amendments in consequence to the Bill.

Seanad: Social Welfare Bill 2021: Second Stage (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: I apologise for interrupting the Minister but I might stop her there because she will have an opportunity at the end of the debate to conclude her prepared remarks.

Seanad: Social Welfare Bill 2021: Second Stage (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: I thank the Minister for her co-operation.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: I understand that the Acting Leader wishes to propose an amendment to the Order of Business.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: Is that agreed?

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: This is just the proposal that we move ahead with these motions. The questions on each will be dealt with separately.

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: We now have statements on live industry supports. I know many Members have a keen interest in this area. I welcome the Minister, Deputy Catherine Martin, to speak to us this evening. When she took office, she did not expect to be hit with a tsunami of Covid. I compliment her on all that has been done. I must keep an independent hat on me. I call on the Minister to speak for five minutes...

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: I ask Members to co-operate with the speaking times so everybody can say their piece. I call Senator Garvey on behalf of the Green Party.

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: I will let Senators know when they have 30 seconds left because I want to ensure all present get five minutes to contribute.

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: I thank Senator Cassells for his co-operation. I understand Senator Carrigy wishes to share time with Senator Currie. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: Senators Warfield and Black have reversed their places. I will call Senator Black. Is that agreed? Agreed. I ask all remaining speakers to stick to their time.

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: I understand that because of Senator Black's involvement in the music industry her address was quite emotional. We all understand where she is coming from. I will move to Senator Wall. I ask Senators to keep to four minutes, if they can. I will get rid of my four minutes to give them the time, which is fair for me to do.

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: I appreciate the Senator's co-operation. By giving my four minutes to the final three speakers, there will be 12 minutes and they might use four minutes each. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: You are entitled to it.

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Live Industry Supports: Statements (16 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: I acknowledge the hard work the Minister does. She did not expect to be hit by this tsunami. When Covid first hit, we thought it would be over in a number of weeks. We see where we are now. I know the Minister understands that it has been a hard time for musicians. She might take the following point on board. When the stakeholders forum takes place, sometimes in that debate the smaller...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (14 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: Go raibh maith agat, a Leas-Chathaoirligh. I might not even take up the two minutes. I will refer again to the entertainment industry. I have heard Senator Kyne and others speak about the seriousness of the situation. I fully appreciate and acknowledge Government support for the sector. There was also the announcement last week of €50 million for certain sectors but - this is a...

Seanad: Maritime Area Planning Bill 2021: Committee Stage (14 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: Are you withdrawing the amendment?

Seanad: Maritime Area Planning Bill 2021: Committee Stage (14 Dec 2021)

Eugene Murphy: Amendments Nos. 26 to 29, inclusive, will be discussed together.