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Seanad: Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2011: Second Stage (29 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: Go raibh maith agat.

Seanad: Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (29 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: I welcome the Minister of State to the House. I support the amendment. I support the establishment of this Department but the concern I have about the Bill is whether we will see genuine root and branch reform of the public service and public spending. On the amendment, I would question the autonomy in real terms of the Minister's position in the Department because the Department and its...

Seanad: Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (29 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: Senator Barrett asked earlier if this is really a new Department which will bring about the type of reforms we all want or if it is but an extension of the Department of Finance. I mentioned earlier that approximately two-thirds of staff in this Department will be staff moving over from the Department of Finance. The Secretary-General of the new Department has worked in the Department of...

Seanad: Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (29 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: We support the establishment of the Department. That is different.

Seanad: Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (29 Jun 2011)

David Cullinane: They are being reintroduced.

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: I join with Senator Moran in congratulating the 126 athletes who took part in the Special Olympics. They are a credit to their country and families and well done to all involved.

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: I also want to pay tribute to all of those in Waterford who were part of the tall ships event. It was one of the best festivals which took place in the State over many years and has set a benchmark for the future. Hundreds of thousands of people were on the quays in Waterford and a huge effort went into organising and planning the event. I commend all of the volunteers, staff, management...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: -----when one considers the real issues in the health service. Will the Leader bring the Minister for Health to the House for statements on the issues Members and those outside the House want to discuss, namely the real issues affecting the health service?

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (5 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: I share Senator Quinn's concerns. I welcome the Minister back to the House. I also welcome the fact that legal aid is being extended to victims of trafficking but, like Senator Quinn, I am concerned about the extent of that legal aid. Is it only legal advice that is being made available? Is it only available for matters connected with the commission of the offence or any other offence...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (5 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: Just a quick question to ask the Minister to tease out for me what exactly this section provides for. This is a brief section and as far as I understand, it seems to provide for the contracting out of inspections. I am concerned by that because the inspection regime was introduced to deal with some unsavoury incidents. I would be concerned by a contracting out of the sector. We could take...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (5 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: Does the Minister agree it is an area where unsuitable staff working in the sector could have dire consequences? I have had to deal with a number of people who were victims of security staff who worked, for example, for night clubs or bars. It is an area in which we must ensure there is proper enforcement. I welcome the Minister's response, but I hope the system and the guidelines under...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (5 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: I support the previous speaker. I have called for the preparation and publication of a code of practice for many years. I welcome the Minister's commitment. It is one of the good aspects of this Bill. It is also important to encourage those who work in the drinks industry to take a lead and, through the joint policing committees, there is an opportunity for this to happen. The Garda...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (5 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: I am leaning towards supporting the amendment. We all accept there is a need for reform in this area but Senator O'Donovan hit the nail on the head when he spoke about the need for this State to support entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurs take a risk and often when they take a risk it can be positive for this State because they set up businesses, create jobs, pay taxes and we all benefit....

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2011: Committee Stage (5 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: I agree with everything the Minister said in respect of those who live lavish lifestyles on the backs of their businesses and put their businesses in jeopardy. I still think it is possible to separate the reckless from the unfortunate and to do so within the three-year timeframe. I support the amendment on that basis. I asked how a person is to be released from bankruptcy. I do not see any...

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: I am glad the Senator is listening; I hope he acts as well.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: He is.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: The Senator knows they represent a small percentage of the bondholders.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: He is out of order anyway. He should not be discuss another Deputy-----

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: I join with previous speakers in welcoming the announcement that the President of the European Parliament will address this House next week. Senator Bacik mentioned that group leaders would be able to make statements on the day. I seek clarification on this. While Sinn Féin is not a formal group in this House, on an occasion as auspicious as this, the Sinn Féin Party should have an...

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Jul 2011)

David Cullinane: We are absolutely not. I am asking for a debate-----