Results 161-180 of 1,132 for speaker:Garret Ahearn

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Local Government Reform (21 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I wish to also be associated with the condolences on the very sad passing of the Minister of State's sister. I hope he is well and it is good to see him back. We are all thinking of him. As the Minister of State is aware, a number of years ago there were new security allowances put in place for public representatives. This was in light of the change in society, the change in the...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Local Government Reform (21 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I thank the Minister of State. He is right that 23 councillors out of 949 applying for the scheme means that there is something wrong with it. This has been recognised by the Department of housing and it has acted quickly. The Minister of State noted that the business case is being considered by the Department of public expenditure. I acknowledge the importance of this. However,...

Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (20 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I thank everyone for the democratic process, which is very important. As I said last week, I look forward to working with each member in this committee. I think we have a great team of 14 Oireachtas Members who can do an awful lot of work over the next five years. I look forward to working with them all.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on mental health and suicide prevention, to be taken at 12 noon and to conclude at 1.15 p.m., if not previously concluded, with the time allocated to the opening remarks of the Minister not to exceed seven minutes, group spokespersons not to exceed ten minutes, all other Senators not to exceed three minutes and time may be shared, and the Minister to...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I thank all the Senators for their contributions. Senators O'Loughlin and Tully spoke about the tragic case of Clodagh Hawe and her three children. First, I acknowledge the incredible bravery of Jacqueline to be able to speak about this tragic incident that happened to her sister and her nieces and nephews and to write a book about it. Senator O'Loughlin raised the serious crime review...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Exactly. This issue is really important, however. The people of Kerry need to receive the sort of service they are used to receiving. I agree with the Senator that the HSE needs to consult with all public representatives in the area to make sure that a satisfactory agreement is put in place. Senator Sarah O'Reilly raised the issue of deportation orders. There are an awful lot more...

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I welcome those from St. Mary's secondary school in Edenderry, County Offaly. They are very welcome and I hope they have a lovely day today.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I call Senator Maria Byrne, who I believe will share time with Senators Scahill and Cathal Byrne.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I understand that Senators Nicole Ryan and Pauline Tully wish to share time. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Before I ask Senator Stephenson to speak, I welcome pupils from Pobalscoil na Tríonóide. They are welcome to Leinster House. I hope they have an enjoyable day and I wish them well.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: And they should have no homework as well. Senator Andrews requested that and it has been approved by everyone in the House, I suspect, so they will not have any homework tonight, or if they do not have any anyway, it applies tomorrow night.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Before I ask the Minister of State to respond, I welcome St. Canice's Girls National School from Finglas today. You are very welcome to the Chamber. You are here for a timely debate. We are talking about mental health and what we as a Government and Members of the Seanad can do to support mental health. The Minister of State with responsibility for mental health will respond to the...

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I remind the Minister of State we are to conclude now at 1.15 p.m., but if she wants another minute or two to conclude, she may have it.

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I thank the Minister of State. I welcome guests of Deputy Jennifer Whitmore from St. Kilian's school, Bray. They are very welcome. I hope they enjoy their day here. They have been listening to a debate on mental health and, in particular, mental health of young people. We have been discussing it for the past hour and a half. As is tradition in the House, the teachers are to give the...

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I actually am. When is it proposed to sit again?

Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Public Health (Restriction on Sale of Stimulant Drinks to Children) Bill 2025: Second Stage (14 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: When is it proposed to sit again?

Seanad: Public Health (Restriction on Sale of Stimulant Drinks to Children) Bill 2025: Second Stage (14 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport: Business of Joint Committee (14 May 2025)

Garret Ahearn: I thank the Chair very much. I have the task of managing two committees at the same time as the committee on foreign affairs is sitting as well. People will experience this over the next few months I am sure. I congratulate the Chair on his position and wish him well in it. This is a very important committee and I am delighted to see a Tipperary man and a good friend will be covering...