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Seanad: Order of Business (12 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: It will be very difficult to follow that.

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: I am very surprised at an experienced Member such as Senator David Norris questioning the commitment to democracy of anybody in the House.

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: Initially I had intended to speak in support of Senator Susan O'Keeffe in her call for a day long debate on the horrific suicide figures published by the CSO in the past 24 hours. It is the biggest crisis facing the country. As previous speakers said, 525 people lost their lives by suicide, of whom 439 were male. We must question why so many males, particularly young men, decide to end...

Seanad: Fuel Laundering (10 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: We can report significant progress has been achieved. I join in the welcome to Councillor Tully and his good wife.

Seanad: Order of Business (10 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: There must be a few students from County Roscommon.

Seanad: Order of Business (10 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: I strongly support Senator Ó Murchú in regard to the concert in the Phoenix Park. While insufficient arrangements were in place for the orderly running of a concert, it is clear most of the problem was alcohol-fuelled. Clearly, a major scandal here is the issue of below-cost selling and a lack of control of alcohol. The multiples are running rings around us as legislators and around the...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: I will keep within the minute. I strongly support the call made by Senator Landy for a debate on the funding of broadcasting in Ireland. We all want to see a fairly funded broadcasting sector that serves the entire country and every community. I agree that local radio stations provide a vital service in the areas of news, current affairs and sport but they are at a major disadvantage. The...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: As today is 4 July, it is appropriate to send our good wishes to all our American friends and to welcome the many visitors from the United States who are in our country at present. I hope they have an enjoyable visit and spread the good news that our country is open for business and available for investment. Earlier this morning, I attended an interesting briefing given by the library and...

Seanad: Wildlife (Amendment) Bill 2012: Committee and Remaining Stages (4 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: I support the Bill. It ensures that people can shoot legally and that our precious bird and wildlife species are not endangered by a more open season than what is currently the case. It was an interesting debate from which we all learned a good deal. It brought back happy memories for many of us who grew up in the countryside. I was reminded that when I was a youngster the fox was seen as...

Seanad: Wildlife (Amendment) Bill 2012: Committee and Remaining Stages (4 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: Other matters came into play. He should let go of it at this stage.

Seanad: Gaeltacht Bill 2012: Committee Stage (Resumed) (4 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: Táimid ar leasú Uimh. 6.

Seanad: Gaeltacht Bill 2012: Committee Stage (Resumed) (4 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: Tá siad á phlé le chéile, ach tá leasú Uimh. 6 faoi bhráid an Tí faoi láthair.

Seanad: Schools Building Programme (4 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: I wish to support the case made by Senator Ó Clochartaigh and I thank him for sharing his time with me. St. Catherine's national school in Aughrim has been let down and disappointed over many years. There was an expectation prior to the general election before last that a new school was to be built. I visited the school on a number of occasions and I saw the very cramped and difficult...

Seanad: Mortgage Arrears, Banking and the Economy: Statements, Questions and Answers (3 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: The Senator should avoid naming individuals.

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: One would miss the old State car.

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Jul 2012)

Michael Mullins: I am glad I was present in the House this morning for the visit of the Grand Secretary of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland, Mr. Drew Nelson. The wonderful speeches made by all of my colleagues enhanced the standing of this Seanad. It is hoped it was the first of many other significant events which will greatly enhance the standing of Seanad Éireann. I welcome the safe arrival in the early...

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Jun 2012)

Michael Mullins: I join with my colleagues in extending our support and good wishes to the people of Cork, who are experiencing great difficulties this morning. I support the call for the Minister of State, Deputy Brian Hayes, to discuss with the House the flooding across the country, particularly in the Shannon catchment area and callows. He intends to discuss the matter with the Office of Public Works,...

Seanad: Battle of the Boyne Site (28 Jun 2012)

Michael Mullins: The Senator has sold it well. We must all visit it.

Seanad: Community Employment Schemes. (27 Jun 2012)

Michael Mullins: I thank the Minister and Senator John Whelan. I hope there will be good news for many schemes when they receive a telephone call tomorrow. I hope there will not be many appeals.

Seanad: National Internship Scheme (27 Jun 2012)

Michael Mullins: Is Senator O'Brien happy with the Minister's reply?