Results 61-80 of 20,831 for speaker:David Norris

Seanad: Crime Levels: Statements. (24 Oct 2002)

David Norris: I do not care. The matter should still be investigated and I still want to know what the judges are doing. I will agree, however, not to mention judges by name. Let us look into who is granting licences these days. I have been in court when applications are rubber-stamped without a single question being asked about the suitability of the people running these places. While CCTV cameras are a...

Seanad: Order of Business. (6 Nov 2002)

David Norris: I join other colleagues who called for a debate on the report of the Ombudsman. It is unique for the Ombudsman to make this kind of report and it is extremely worrying. Even the report's summary says that the Revenue Commissioners failed to meet the standards required by fair or sound administration in their dealing with the 12 complainants covered in this report. The Revenue Commissioners...

Seanad: Order of Business. (6 Nov 2002)

David Norris: I am very much looking for a debate, in particular because I know, a Chathaoirligh, that you are a man of kind heart and good sympathy. It is appalling that they should try to extract money from widows while allowing a softer passage for wealthy individuals, banks and business institutions. It is always the vulnerable people who are attacked.

Seanad: Order of Business. (6 Nov 2002)

David Norris: I also support colleagues who have raised the question of the railway network. Two weeks ago, I asked for a debate on transport. Particularly in view of the distinguished presence of the Leader of the House, who was an excellent Minister with responsibility for transport, we should have a comprehensive debate on that topic, including statements from the Minister on the status of the...

Seanad: Request to Move Adjournment of the Seanad under Standing Order 29. (6 Nov 2002)

David Norris: Hear, hear.

Seanad: Request to Move Adjournment of the Seanad under Standing Order 29. (6 Nov 2002)

David Norris: Hear, hear.

Seanad: Order of Business. (7 Nov 2002)

David Norris: That was a rather lively little spat. By comparison I expect I shall appear unusually well behaved.

Seanad: Order of Business. (7 Nov 2002)

David Norris: I do. I congratulate the Leader on her sterling performance on "Today with Pat Kenny" regarding the transport system. My understanding is that Luas will be delayed by three months, which is quite understandable, but it is important that it commences by mid-2004, as there will be an immense influx of tourists from all over the world to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Bloomsday. We have to...

Seanad: Order of Business. (7 Nov 2002)

David Norris: I am supporting it strongly. It is important that this House takes cognisance of the fact and sends a signal to the Spanish that, having been kicked out of Moroccan waters which they overfished, having exhausted their own fish stocks—

Seanad: Order of Business. (7 Nov 2002)

David Norris: —they will not be allowed to pillage ours.

Seanad: Report of the Inspector of Mental Hospitals, 2001: Statements. (7 Nov 2002)

David Norris: I am grateful to Senator McHugh for his indulgence. I also welcome the Minister of State, Deputy O'Malley, who comes from a distinguished political lineage, well known to both this and the other House. I look forward to a very distinguished career for himself and congratulate him on his appointment as Minister of State at the Department of Health and Children. It is appropriate that we take...

Seanad: Report of the Inspector of Mental Hospitals, 2001: Statements. (7 Nov 2002)

David Norris: The Senator was expelled from the Independent group for unruly behaviour and he then sought sanctuary in the Labour Party.

Seanad: Report of the Inspector of Mental Hospitals, 2001: Statements. (7 Nov 2002)

David Norris: A related issue to that of section 208 is the question of seclusion of patients, in other words, their isolation. The report notes there were 182 episodes during 2000 in St. Ita's Hospital and the inspector would like to see greater consultant input in these cases. I was delighted to see the inspectorate interviewed three patients in St. Ita's. It is very important to ask the recipients of...

Seanad: Report of the Inspector of Mental Hospitals, 2001: Statements. (7 Nov 2002)

David Norris: Thank you. You, of all people, know how unruly the Labour Party can be. The report recommends that: The acute psychiatric unit at Beaumont Hospital be built as soon as possible and all the necessary preliminary steps be expedited. A comprehensive plan, policy and programme for the care of older persons in Area 8 involving all relevant personnel be devised. This should include the later life...

Seanad: Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy. (12 Nov 2002)

David Norris: I have been asked by my Independent colleagues to speak on their behalf in memory of the former Senator, Richard Hourigan. I do so with sadness because I was unaware of his illness and impending demise. Unlike the last two speakers, I had the privilege of knowing Richard Hourigan. He was a most delightful and charming man and represented the best of the Fine Gael tradition. Like everybody...

Seanad: Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy. (12 Nov 2002)

David Norris: Here was somebody, however, who came through on the Agricultural Panel and was also an authority on agriculture. This is the way to use the somewhat convoluted electoral system of the House. I, for one, am glad that it brought Mr. Hourigan here so that we on the backbenches could share in the warmth of his companionship.

Seanad: Order of Business. (12 Nov 2002)

David Norris: Will the Leader ascertain from the Government when the new civil registration Bill will be presented to the House? Like other Members, I receive the newsletter of the Genealogical Society of Ireland. The headline on the editorial in this month's edition is "Where is the new Civil Registration Bill". The editorial continues, "On the tenth anniversary of the birth of the Roscommon experiment...

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Nov 2002)

David Norris: I would be very sorry to feel that this drastic situation with regard to songbirds was true. It is a very important issue. I am glad to be able to report the dawn chorus is still alive and well, including bullfinches, in North Great George's Street.

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Nov 2002)

David Norris: I support my colleagues with regard to the schools building programme, but cuts will be necessary throughout the Government's programme and I do not envy the Government in its task because any cut it makes will elicit criticism. What this House really needs to do, with the special expertise of people like my colleague Senator O'Toole, is help target those cuts and make sure money is spent in...

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Nov 2002)

David Norris: That is what gives it its interest and it calls on the Minister for Transport to indicate the reason the level of the roadway at the tunnel is not being lowered to accommodate the super trucks. A debate in this House would be useful to extract hard, solid information with regard to this controversial area. We saw various interested parties and it seems to be very difficult to get at the...