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Seanad: Order of Business (3 Feb 2016)

Imelda Henry: I congratulate the Cathaoirleach on the way he ensured order in this House over the past five years. I thank Deirdre, Martin and Aisling. The Leader of the Seanad, Senator Maurice Cummins, has done a fantastic job and has been very fair to all the Senators across the House. Well done to him and everybody in his office. They have been very approachable and efficient. I congratulate...

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Feb 2016)

Imelda Henry: I wish all those Senators who have completed a term of five years and have decided not to go forward for election again every success in whatever they choose to do. I wish Senators Jim Walsh and Feargal Quinn a very happy retirement. If Senator Quinn gets a little bored, it would be a good idea for him to open a tie shop. I have a good eye for fashion but have never seen anything like the...

Seanad: Credit Guarantee (Amendment) Bill 2015: Second Stage (26 Jan 2016)

Imelda Henry: I welcome the Minister of State to the House. This is timely legislation because the Central Bank has just produced its latest SME market report which was compiled by economists in its financial stability section. The report aims to give an updated picture of the developments in the SME credit market. It is important for us to note the main conclusions of the most recent report. Gross new...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Wellness, Well-being and Mental Health: Discussion (21 Jan 2016)

Imelda Henry: I thank witnesses for their presentations. I travelled from Sligo this morning and before I left I spoke to my teenage daughter. I am not trying to boost the egos of the witnesses but they have done fantastic work. I have spoken about education, and booklets, pamphlets and leaflets are a waste of time. Even if somebody from the HSE speaks, it goes in one ear and out the other. Mr....

Seanad: Public Health (Alcohol) Bill 2015: Second Stage (17 Dec 2015)

Imelda Henry: I welcome the Minister to the House and will not repeat the points made by many Members. I have spent the past four years in this House seeking this legislation in particular and I am very pleased. I congratulate the Minister on his commitment to this legislation and congratulate the Government because Members have been waiting a long time for this legislation. I refer to one aspect...

Seanad: Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2015: Report and Final Stages (18 Nov 2015)

Imelda Henry: I also congratulate the Minister and his officials on the Bill's passage. I compliment the Department on all the work that has been done over the past four and a half years. We have at long last put the importance of children to the forefront. I congratulate the Minister, particularly on his commitment.

Seanad: Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2015: Committee Stage (11 Nov 2015)

Imelda Henry: Next Tuesday.

Seanad: Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2015: Second Stage (4 Nov 2015)

Imelda Henry: I welcome the Minister to the House and congratulate him and his officials for bringing this important Bill before the House. I commend him on his foresight in recognising the need to strengthen the legislative proposals regarding aftercare and on responding to concerns that there was insufficient focus on this area and such planning was not taking place on a properly structured and...

Seanad: Children First Bill 2014: Report and Final Stages (21 Oct 2015)

Imelda Henry: I too congratulate Senator Jillian van Turnhout, and not just for her contribution today but for her several contributions in the past four and a half years since she came into this House, and before she even became a Member of this House. Senator van Turnhout is absolutely committed to the welfare of children in this country. It is a pleasure to know her. I sincerely congratulate her on...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: National Maternity Services and Infrastructure: Discussion (24 Sep 2015)

Imelda Henry: I apologise for being late. I compliment our maternity services in general. As Deputy Catherine Byrne has said, the whole system from when a pregnant woman attends her first appointment to the delivery of the baby is excellent. The care that is given in maternity hospitals by midwives, obstetricians, gynaecologists and others is outstanding. As outlined in the presentation, half of all...

Seanad: Children First Bill 2015: Committee Stage (23 Sep 2015)

Imelda Henry: I congratulate Senator van Turnhout. She is an expert on this matter and has a great interest in the welfare of children. She spoke very well this evening. A great deal has been said in this House in recent years about the protection of children and that is what we are discussing now. I hope the Minister will give the amendment some consideration. It is very important that children are...

Seanad: Children First Bill 2015: Committee Stage (23 Sep 2015)

Imelda Henry: Next Tuesday.

Seanad: Children First Bill 2015: Committee Stage (23 Sep 2015)

Imelda Henry: At 10.30 tomorrow morning.

Seanad: Growing Tourism to 2025: Statements (1 Jul 2015)

Imelda Henry: The Senator is two minutes over her allotted time and many other Senators wish to contribute.

Seanad: Growing Tourism to 2025: Statements (1 Jul 2015)

Imelda Henry: Senator Moloney, you are over time.

Seanad: Growing Tourism to 2025: Statements (1 Jul 2015)

Imelda Henry: I call the Minister to reply.

Seanad: Growing Tourism to 2025: Statements (1 Jul 2015)

Imelda Henry: According to the Order of Business, I am to call the Minister at 2.50 p.m.

Seanad: Growing Tourism to 2025: Statements (1 Jul 2015)

Imelda Henry: We cannot.

Seanad: Growing Tourism to 2025: Statements (1 Jul 2015)

Imelda Henry: We have legislation at 3 p.m. and I must go according to the rules of the House.

Seanad: Growing Tourism to 2025: Statements (1 Jul 2015)

Imelda Henry: The Senator was not here for his slot. I call the Minister.