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Seanad: National Sporting Facilities: Motion. (12 Oct 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: The Minister, without interruption.

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Oct 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: I support the call for a debate on Iraq. This House was very much to the fore in debating different situations throughout the world and Iraq was always top of the agenda. Like most major items, it only remains on the agenda for a certain period of time yet there is so much taking place there at the moment. There should be a monitoring debate every so often on Iraq. I support Senator...

Seanad: The Secure America and Orderly Immigration Act: Motion. (11 Oct 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: Cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire Stáit. It seems that good news is coming down the line for those unfortunate people who find themselves officially undocumented in the United States. I compliment everyone connected with that, including those to whom I referred. I single out the diplomatic service for its contribution. We are all aware of the magnificent service it provides to Irish citizens each...

Seanad: The Secure America and Orderly Immigration Act: Motion. (11 Oct 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: Yes. It gave an indication of the community spirit which existed. To return to the current proposals, some people have put on record the representations they were asked to make. I received a number of representations from counties in Munster, particularly Waterford and Tipperary. One involved the case of a young Irishman who married an American citizen. He was undocumented and when he...

Seanad: Northern Ireland Issues: Statements. (6 Oct 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: I dtosach báire, ba mhaith liom moladh a thabhairt don Taoiseach mar gheall ar an tsárobair a dhein sé maidir le próiseas na síochána. Mar a dúirt mé sa Teach seo cheana, níl aon amhras ormsa ach go bhfuil áit faoi leith bainte amach aige i stair na hÉireann, agus, ar ndóigh, do gach éinne eile a chabhraigh leis chomh maith. On a previous occasion here I availed of the...

Seanad: Tax Evasion: Motion. (5 Oct 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: It is good that this debate is taking place. The motion and amendment provide an extreme contrast. The many discussions, revelations, tribunals and so on that have taken place in recent years make it clear that, in the past, two Irelands existed when it came to tax evasion. The debate has been about whether wealthy people who evaded tax escaped custodial sentences because they had sufficient...

Seanad: Order of Business. (29 Sep 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: We are living in an age when we are all encouraged to be tolerant and to be respectful towards other religions. This is right because the only way good relationships can be ensured in diverse communities is by being respectful towards the faiths of other people. On the other hand, we find that the Christian religion is constantly lampooned and subject to extreme irreverence. One of the most...

Seanad: Order of Business. (29 Jun 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: It often seems that the small stories emerging from Northern Ireland are not important, but I think they are a real barometer of changing attitudes there. Such stories often highlight the essence of future conflict resolution. Like other speakers, I refer to the deal brokered regarding the Orange Order march in Derry next month. This could be a catalyst for breaking down barriers of...

Seanad: National Consumer Agency: Motion. (29 Jun 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: The motion will require a seconder.

Seanad: Order of Business. (22 Jun 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: This House has always been to the fore on human rights and civil liberties issues. We should be particularly vigilant when it comes to the rights and difficulties of our own citizens in foreign jurisdictions. I have raised the case in the House before of a young Tipperary man, a champion jockey, Christy McGrath, who is serving a long term of imprisonment for a crime of which he says he is...

Seanad: Morris Tribunal Reports: Motion. (15 Jun 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: That is not a matter for the Chair.

Seanad: Order of Business. (14 Jun 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: Déarfainn go n-aontóinn gach éinne liom gur tréimhse an-tábhachtach agus an-stairiúil í seo toisc go bhfuil stádas oifigiúil oibre bainte amach ag an Ghaeilge — ní amháin go bhfuil sé stairiúil don Ghaeilge féin, ach do ghradam na tíre seo go hidirnáisiúnta. Tugann sé dóchas do gach éinne atá ag saothrú an chultúir Ghaelaigh, agus táim lán-chinnte go mbeidh tionchar...

Seanad: Disability Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (2 Jun 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: I wish to share time with Senator Mansergh. I join the other speakers in welcoming this Bill. Coming in late on this debate has given me the opportunity to hear the contributions of many other speakers. Apart from the occasional difference of emphasis, there was unanimity on the need to provide a legal basis for the rights of people with disabilities. Some of the contributions were...

Seanad: Disability Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (1 Jun 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: Senator Ulick Burke should be allowed to speak without interruption.

Seanad: Order of Business. (31 May 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: I wish to take up the point raised by Senator Brian Hayes. In small countries like Ireland, citizens realise fully what it means to be part of a partnership such as the EU. The Union provides us with protection and opportunities. One element of that partnership is the European Court of Human Rights. I am pleased that this court will next month examine allegations of British collusion in the...

Seanad: Order of Business. (25 May 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: Aontaím go mbeadh sé cabhrach cuireadh a thabhairt don Aire Gnóthaí Pobail, Tuaithe agus Gaeltachta, Éamon Ó Cuív, teacht isteach agus cúrsaí Gaeilge a phlé linn. Tá an-chuid rudaí dearfacha ag tarlú i láthair na huaire agus ba chóir dúinn machnamh agus díospóireacht rialta a bheith againn maidir leis na rudaí sin. It would be helpful to invite the Minister for Community,...

Seanad: Order of Business. (25 May 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: The Senator may have unintentionally underlined the difference between having a particular word in Irish and in English. I would not like us to become distracted by this discussion. I agree with Senator O'Toole that the fundamental aspects of the Irish language issue are much more important. No Minister is more capable of arguing his case than the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht...

Seanad: Order of Business. (19 May 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: My experience over the years indicates that all persons in public life share a commitment to champion human rights and fair play. This is especially so concerning issues of race. We have to differentiate between inappropriate remarks and intentional racist comments. From my personal experience, no one is more anti-racist then the Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs, Deputy...

Seanad: Order of Business. (19 May 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: Allegations against the Minister of State were put on the record. I was involved with him in several private matters where he promoted the rights of other people at a time when it was unpopular to do so.

Seanad: Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) Bill 2005: Second and Subsequent Stages. (19 May 2005)

Labhrás Ó Murchú: Fáiltím roimh an Aire, agus tréaslaím leis as an reachtaíocht seo a chur os ár gcomhair. I commend the Minister and his officials on being so prudent and expeditious on our behalf. I also compliment Senator Cummins and the Opposition for the co-operative attitude they have taken in this matter. This underlines that we are here to represent taxpayers, and this Bill is about protecting...