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Seanad: Appointment to Policing Authority: Motion (26 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: I move: That Seanad Éireann recommends, pursuant to section 62C(7) of the Garda Síochána Act 2005, that Anthony Harbinson be appointed by the Government to be a member of the Policing Authority.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Transport Sectoral Emissions Ceiling: Discussion (26 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: I thank Ms Donnelly for attending. I echo what Deputy Cathal Crowe said. We are privileged to have somebody of her calibre and dedication in post given the seriousness of the targets we need to meet. I really appreciate her input and guidance. I am a little sceptical in that I do not think we will reach the targets. I am not a pessimist by nature but I do just do not see that there has...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (25 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion regarding the Sectoral Employment Order (Construction Sector) 2023, referral to committee, to be taken on conclusion of the Order of Business, without debate; No. 2, the Finance Bill 2023 - Second Stage, to be taken at 2.45 p.m. and to conclude at 4.45 p.m., if not previously concluded, with the opening contribution of the Minister not to exceed ten...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (25 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: I am not really sure what we can do. All I can do is bring the issue to the attention of the Minister and ask him to query it. I know there are not direct beneficial lines between the State and Vodafone, but there certainly are a hell of a lot of indirect benefits to Vodafone as a result of what State infrastructure development is doing. I will raise it with the Minister and see what kind...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (25 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: We will find some mechanism to see if we can call the issue out.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (25 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: Customer care has to be king for most of these leading companies. What the Senator has described today does not really meet the standards we expect. Senator Davitt also supported Senator Boyhan's request for a debate on rural housing with regard to the guidelines that have been changed recently and especially the impacts they are having on our rural families, up and down the length and...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (25 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: With that said, I want to support the calls to support Macra na Feirme's campaign tomorrow. Senator Gallagher brought to our attention the deadline of 28 April, which is this Friday. We will not even feel it. We remind all of our constituents that those first-time applications for school transport have to be in by Friday. I know the scheme was oversubscribed last year, but good tweaks...

Seanad: Sectoral Employment Order (Construction Sector) 2023: Referral to Joint Committee (25 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: I move: That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approves the following Order in draft: Sectoral Employment Order (Construction Sector) 2023, a copy of which has been laid in draft form before Seanad Éireann on 5th April, 2023, be referred to the Joint Committee on Enterprise, Trade and Employment, in accordance with Standing Order 71(2)(b), which, not later than 26th April,...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (20 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: The Order of Business is No.1, motion regarding the arrangements of the address to Seanad Éireann by the president of the GAA, Mr. Larry McCarthy, on 26 April 2023, to be taken on conclusion of the Order of Business, without debate; No. 2., the Regulation of Lobbying (Amendment) Bill 2022 – Second Stage, to be taken at 11.45 a.m., with the opening contribution of the Minister not...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (20 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: I do not know what to say to Senator Murphy, other than to commend him on continuously raising Robert's case here. As Senator Murphy knows, I met with the Australian ambassador to see how somebody as far removed as me could attempt to make the issue as urgent for others as it is for his family.You get the standard answers that everything that can be done is being done. The Senator got...

Seanad: Sitting Arrangements: Motion (20 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: I move: That Seanad Éireann agrees with the recommendation of the Committee on Parliamentary Privileges and Oversight that, in accordance with Standing Order 57(2) of the Standing Orders relative to Public Business, the President of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), Mr. Larry McCarthy, be invited to address Seanad Éireann on Wednesday, 26th April, 2023, and, notwithstanding...

Seanad: Sheep Sector: Statements (19 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: I welcome the representatives from the ICSA and the IFA to the Visitors Gallery today. I thank the Minister for his very lengthy statement setting out the situation regarding the current offering of the Government and the State to our sheep farmers. However, it is clear from listening to them that sheep farmers are in crisis and the financial supports we have given to them are not enough....

Seanad: Mother and Baby Institutions Payment Scheme Bill 2022: Second Stage (19 Apr 2023)

Regina Doherty: It is very fitting that all the visitors in both Galleries are women. I acknowledge their presence and welcome them. I want to make a shout out to my colleague, Senator Boyhan. His contribution at the outset of this debate was striking and startling. I am always struck by his commitment and passion when he speaks about his own life experiences. I thank him for that. I thank the Minister...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Mar 2023)

Regina Doherty: I can say only that Noel looks far too young to retire. I thank him for all his service and dedication over the years and wish him and Fiona a long, happy and healthy retirement. I hope he enjoys it. The Order of Business is No. 1, motion regarding the Employment Equality Act 1998 (Section 12) (Reservation of Vocational Training Places) Order 2022, back from committee, to be taken on the...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Mar 2023)

Regina Doherty: Senators Kyne, Murphy, Conway and Joe O'Reilly all spoke about the difficulties facing the sheep sector. I guarantee that the Minister is listening because he will come to the House for a debate on the matter on 19 April. I am pleased to be able to inform Members about that. He is one of the most responsive Ministers I have come across in my 12 or 13 years in this House. Senators Joe...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Mar 2023)

Regina Doherty: It was incredibly difficult to get even the smallest amount of money to start what I knew would be an incredibly successful-----

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Mar 2023)

Regina Doherty: Well, I am incredibly pleased, not only for Deputy Humphreys, but for the children that will benefit from that announcement. Senators Clonan and Craughwell both spoke about the Women of Honour. Not only am I genuinely pleased for the four women but for all the women they represent about the recognition and acknowledgement they got yesterday. I totally agree with the Senators. One of the...

Seanad: Employment Equality Act 1998: Motion (30 Mar 2023)

Regina Doherty: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Order in draft: Employment Equality Act 1998 (Section 12) (Reservation of Vocational Training Places) Order 2022, a copy of which has been laid in draft form before Seanad Éireann on 26th October, 2022.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (23 Mar 2023)

Regina Doherty: The ambassador is very welcome. The Order of Business is No. 1, motion regarding the proposed approval by Seanad Éireann of the National Archives Act 1986 (Section 1(2)(d)) Order 2023, to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business, without debate; No. 2, motion regarding the proposed approval by Seanad Éireann of Regulation (EU) 2021/2303 of the European Parliament and of...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (23 Mar 2023)

Regina Doherty: I thank the Cathaoirleach. Senator Dolan is looking for a debate with the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth on childcare places and investment in infrastructure. Senator Flynn is looking for a debate, probably with the Minister of State with responsibility for local government, on ensuring consistency in the provision of play equipment in all playgrounds in...