Results 1-4 of 4 for standing order motion in 'Seanad debates' speaker:Brian Hayes

Seanad: Use of Irish Airports: Motion. (8 Mar 2006)

Brian Hayes: ...the country, an extensive package of reforms. Now we hear his extensive knowledge of Iraq and the issues surrounding it. I was, therefore, interested in what he had to say in the context of this motion. I support my colleagues in the House who have sought the establishment of a select committee and I will explain my reason for this support. It is important to state that this country has...

Seanad: Use of Irish Airports: Motion. (8 Mar 2006)

Brian Hayes: .... The people of the Shannon region would be more than happy to see this committee in place or to allow this Parliament to do its job. I refer Government Senators to the clear commitment in the Standing Orders of the House that select committees are to be established in this House to report to it in a forthright and immediate way on any matter of concern brought to its attention. I have...

Seanad: Citizenship Rights for Non-Nationals: Motion (7 Apr 2004)

Brian Hayes: ..., race and immigration has the potential to become an explosive issue and to allow untoward forces in Ireland to use it for their own narrow political focus. We must be mindful of that aspect. The motion has been tabled so that the Government will rethink its attitude on when this matter should be put before the people by way of constitutional referendum. It is important that politicians...

Seanad: Development of Rugby: Motion. (29 Jan 2003)

Brian Hayes: The Chair will be aware that according to Standing Orders when a Member speaks he or she speaks to the motion before the House. With all due respect to the colleague in possession, he should deal with the motion as opposed to other matters.