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Seanad: Election of Cathaoirleach. (12 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: Is mór an onóir dom gur toghadh mé inniu mar Chathaoirleach ar Sheanad Éireann agus tá mé fiorbhuíoch díbh uilig. It is a great honour and privilege to have been elected as Cathaoirleach of Seanad Éireann. Elections are a healthy sign of democracy. There are many factors which have culminated in my election today and many to whom I owe my gratitude. I wish to thank the Munster...

Seanad: Date for Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach. (12 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Business of Seanad. (12 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Death of Former Members: Expressions of Sympathy. (12 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: I would also like to be associated with the expressions of sympathy extended to the families of David Molony and Michael Queally. I served in the House with David Molony from 1977 to 1981 and I knew him well. I also served with Mr. Queally. We were elected on the same panel in 1983 and I knew him well also. We developed a good friendship and met on several occasions since he departed this...

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: Is the Senator seeking a debate on education?

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: Those points may be brought up in the debate.

Seanad: An Bille um an Séú Leasú is Fiche ar an mBunreacht, 2002: An Dara Céim. Twenty-sixth Amendment of the Constitution Bill, 2002: Second Stage. (12 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: Before I call Senator Bradford, I would like to inform the House that No. 6, the motion pursuant to section 23 of the Referendum Act, 1994 (No. 12 of 1994), prescribing a formal statement for the information of voters to be included on the polling card, will be debated in conjunction with Second Stage of the Bill which is now being debated, and will be formally moved when the debate on the...

Seanad: Business of Seanad. (13 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: I have received notice from Senator Feargal Browne that on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today he proposes to raise the following matter: the need for the Minister for Foreign Affairs to make urgent representation to the relevant Russian authorities regarding the appalling treatment of Irish soccer fans at the recent soccer international event in Moscow. I regard the matter as...

Seanad: Retirement of Superintendent of the Houses. (13 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: As has been said, the Superintendent of the Houses, Éamon O'Donohoe, retires today after almost 21 years of service in Leinster House. Commandant Éamon O'Donohoe was appointed to the Office of Superintendent of the Houses in January 1981. For more than 20 years he has filled that office with dedication, strength of purpose, vision and total commitment to protecting and maintaining the...

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: The Leader of the House, without interruption.

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: That is not a relevant matter.

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: Senators should leave the humour aside and proceed with the business of the House.

Seanad: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach. (13 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: I declare Senator Paddy Burke elected as Leas-Chathaoirleach of the Seanad.

Seanad: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach. (13 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: We now move on to No. 2, Twenty-sixth Amendment of the Constitution Bill, 2002, Second Stage (Resumed).

Seanad: Business of Seanad. (13 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: Before we proceed to Committee Stage, I ask the Leader of the House to propose an amendment to the Order of Business to deal with a motion regarding the establishment of the Committee of Selection which has been circulated to Members by way of a Supplementary Order Paper.

Seanad: An Bille um an Séú Leasú is Fiche ar an mBunreacht, 2002: Céim an Coiste agus na Céimeanna a bheidh Fágtha. Twenty-sixth Amendment of the Constitution Bill, 2002: Committee and Remaining Stages. (13 Sep 2002)

Rory Kiely: When is it proposed to take Committee Stage?

Seanad: Business of Seanad. (9 Oct 2002)

Rory Kiely: I have received notice from Senator Henry that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, she proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Health and Children to defend the deal allowing for the free movement of medical practitioners within the European Union so they can practise their profession in any member state. I have also received notice from...

Seanad: Appointment of Temporary Chairmen. (9 Oct 2002)

Rory Kiely: I wish to make an announcement regarding the panel of temporary chairpersons to which I nominate the following Members: Senators Ulick Burke, John Dardis, Michael Finucane, Mary Henry, Jim Higgins, Terry Leyden, Pascal Mooney, Kathleen O'Meara, Labhrás Ó Murchú and Jim Walsh. I thank them for agreeing to act as temporary chairpersons.

Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)

Rory Kiely: On No. 4, has time been allocated for other Senators?

Seanad: Order of Business. (9 Oct 2002)

Rory Kiely: This matter is not appropriate to the Order of Business.