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Seanad: Order of Business (10 Jun 2015)

Terry Brennan: Yes, Fianna Fáil sold it.

Seanad: Order of Business (28 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I agree with the statements of Senators on the other side of the fence that it is a futile exercise to have a debate on Aer Lingus this afternoon after the decision has been made. It should happen sooner, if at all possible. I encourage the Leader to fit in an hour and cancel what is already on the programme to discuss it. Whether we can make a difference is another matter. From 1 July...

Seanad: Springboard Programme: Motion (27 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I second the motion. Cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire Stáit go dtí an Teach. I seem to have been looking through the same statistics as Senator Jim D'Arcy and will try to avoid repetition. Springboard Plus, which incorporates the ICT skills conversion programme, is fully funded through the national training fund. It complements the core State-funded education and training system...

Seanad: Order of Business (26 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: On my way to Dublin this morning, I stopped for a meeting in the famous Ballymascanlon House Hotel on the Cooley Peninsula. The motto over the front door of the building is "Festina lente", which translates as "Hasten slowly". Count Plunkett, a previous owner of Ballymascanlon House, was a Member of the First Dáil which assembled in the Mansion House.

Seanad: Order of Business (26 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I did not know that.

Seanad: Order of Business (26 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: Yes, and I would also like to ask Senator Norris a question.

Seanad: Order of Business (26 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I will ask my question through the offices of the Deputy Leader.

Seanad: Order of Business (26 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I ask him to change his mind and run for President. I congratulate Senators Norris, Zappone, Power and Eamonn Coghlan on the major effort and significant contribution they made to the "Yes" vote. Well done to all concerned. I will speak tomorrow about another issue I had intended to raise as the Cathaoirleach has cut me short.

Seanad: Order of Business (26 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I said he should reconsider.

Seanad: Order of Business (14 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I also welcome the good news that Ireland will be hosting the women's Rugby World Cup in two years time. It is just reward for their successes in faraway countries all over the world and particularly their success in last year's world cup in Paris, where they finished fourth, having beaten on their way the famous New Zealand team, the Black Ferns. It was a major achievement for the women's...

Seanad: Order of Business (12 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I wish to welcome further good news on the jobs front here in Dublin. Alexion Pharmaceuticals, which is based here, announced recently a €450 million expansion to its premises that will increase its workforce by a further 200, as well as creating 800 construction jobs over the next four years. This is great news for the construction industry and must be welcomed by all Members. I...

Seanad: Sport Ireland Bill 2014: Report and Final Stages (7 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: While we are on the subject of bankruptcy, I was not happy with the answer I received to a question I put to the Minister of State last week. He did not give a full account of the outstanding legal fees. Do they amount to €100,000 or €2 million? Will the new body be liable for these outstanding costs? I would prefer this money to be spent on sporting organisations rather...

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I will only take 20 minutes and it is great the Leas-Chathaoirleach will look after me.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: This morning I attended a meeting of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Transport and Communications which was addressed by the assistant Garda Commissioner, Mr. John Twomey. He instanced that changes to road traffic legislation have led to a significant improvement in road safety since 2005, when there were 396 road deaths as compared with 195 in 2014. That means there has been a reduction...

Seanad: Spring Economic Statement: Statements (6 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: Go raibh maith agat a Leas-Chathaoirligh agus cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire Stáit go dtí an Seanad. The Government's spring economic statement shows a real vision to spread the recovery to all corners of this country. There is no doubt that the economic recovery is gaining momentum and this Government has a plan to spread its benefits to everyone throughout the land. After...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: General Scheme of Road Traffic Bill 2015: Discussion (Resumed) (6 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: Yes.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: General Scheme of Road Traffic Bill 2015: Discussion (Resumed) (6 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I commend Mr. Jonathan Molony, Mr. Gerry McMahon and the assistant commissioner on their presentations. One of the assistant commissioner's last statements was to the effect that we all have a role to play and that each and every one of us has a responsibility. That is quite true. I commend the efforts of those responsible for reducing the number of deaths on our roads over the last few...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: General Scheme of Road Traffic Bill 2015: Discussion (Resumed) (6 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: I asked a question on the speed limits. Is there any discretion on the 30 km/h, 40 km/h, 50 km/h or 60 km/h limits?

Seanad: Order of Business (5 May 2015)

Terry Brennan: Last week, I raised the Ireland's Ancient East initiative, which is most welcome. My own county of Louth has so much to offer discerning visitors. The land of legends include the medieval town of Carlingford, the Cooley Peninsula, Queen Maeve, Cúchulainn, Ballymascanlan, the Kildemock jumping church at Ardee, Ardee Castle and the Viking village at Annagassan.I remind the Cathaoirleach...

Seanad: Sport Ireland Bill 2014: Committee Stage (29 Apr 2015)

Terry Brennan: Has Senator Darragh O'Brien somebody in mind?