Results 261-280 of 1,274 for speaker:Maria Byrne

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2023)

Maria Byrne: I join colleagues in calling for a debate on energy prices, not just for businesses but also for domestic customers. I have heard from many older people who are concerned about this. One person I spoke to was away from home for a week over Christmas and did not leave on the heating. Even so, the latest bill, which previously averaged approximately €200, is €700. That is a...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Third Level Education (28 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I thank the Minister for coming to discuss this important topic. This is about the placement of a veterinary school at the University of Limerick, UL. This will not only benefit Limerick, it will also benefit the region. I am aware that the Minister and the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Deputy McConalogue, have met representatives from UL, along with other contenders for...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Third Level Education (28 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: Great. I thank the Minister very much indeed for what is a positive response in respect of the independence of the assessment. I know the University of Limerick has also looked at the fact that points are quite high to qualify to go on the course. People, sometimes, even qualify but find that veterinary may not, perhaps, suit them. The University of Limerick has also proposed to introduce...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó (Atógáil) - Order of Business (Resumed) (28 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I rise today to welcome the Windsor Framework. I pay a compliment not only to the Tánaiste but to the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Deputy Coveney, the former Minister for Foreign Affairs, for the amount of work he has put into it over so many years. It is a combination of the work of both men and various other parties as well that has brought this forward. It is a...

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

Maria Byrne: I wish to raise the situation regarding trolley numbers in University Hospital Limerick. While we had a visit there last week from the Taoiseach, who is taking a personal interest in this issue, I note two things. The trolley numbers were down last week and are well up this week. There are in excess of 100 people on trolleys today, I believe it is 111 people, and there were similar numbers...

Seanad: Rail Network: Statements (23 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I thank the Minister for coming to the House to discuss this important issue. While I only have brief speaking time, I want to raise two issues. The first concerns the Limerick to Foynes railway line and the fact trees and shrubbery were removed overnight along the rail line to the detriment of houses in Kilteragh, Huntsfield, Cúl Crannagh, Lissanalta, Springfields and Glencairin. I...

Seanad: Rail Network: Statements (23 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: The Minister, without interruption.

Seanad: Rail Network: Statements (23 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: Apologies, but we are out of time. I thank the Minister.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Business Supports (22 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I welcome the Minister of State. Today, is my first opportunity to welcome him to the Chamber since his elevation to his new post. I congratulate him and wish him well, particularly as I know how committed he is to enterprise and business. I am concerned about businesses, especially small businesses. I tabled my Commencement matter before the announcement of the supports that were put in...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Business Supports (22 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I thank the Minister of State for his comments. I thank him for accepting my invitation to visit Limerick. I am a former business owner. I work with many small business organisations. Certainly, the Limerick City Centre Business Association is doing Trojan work in supporting small businesses. While they are in competition with one another, they work together for the greater good. I...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Local Authorities (22 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Heydon, to the House.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Local Authorities (22 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: Before I go on to the next speaker I would like to welcome the students from Shanganamore National School in Athy. They are welcome, along with their teachers, and I hope they enjoy their visit to Leinster House.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Legislative Measures (22 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: Before I call the Minister of State I would like to welcome the students from Glenageary Killiney National School. They are sixth class students and they are guests of Senator Ward. They are accompanied by Councillor Anna Grainger and some of their teachers. I hope they enjoy the debate.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Legislative Measures (22 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I thank-----

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Legislative Measures (22 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I apologise but we must move on.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (22 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I highlight again the case of 26 students in Limerick who have not received a school place for September. Yesterday, 21 February, was D-day for them because students had the right to change their mind and refuse or accept a school place. The Minister and Department must engage with these students. While I accept the Minister has been engaging with Limerick Education Centre and Tusla, there...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (16 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I have two matters to raise today. The first is the fact that Castleconnell post office is due to open on 20 February and this is good news for the people of Castleconnell because they have had to travel to Newport and other areas around from the village which is quite a distance. For older people who did not have cars or access it is good news that the new post office will open on 20...

Seanad: Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2022: Committee Stage (16 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I move amendment No. 13: In page 14, to delete lines 34 to 42, and in page 15, to delete lines 1 to 8.

Seanad: Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2022: Committee Stage (16 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I move amendment No. 17: In page 15, after line 39, to insert the following: “(2A) Nothing referred to in a subparagraph of any paragraph of subsection (1), as included in that paragraph, shall operate to limit a person’s right against self-incrimination under Article 38.1 of the Constitution or Article 6 of the European Convention on Human Rights.”

Seanad: Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2022: Committee Stage (16 Feb 2023)

Maria Byrne: I move amendment No. 19: In page 17, between lines 12 and 13, to insert the following: “(2A) Nothing in any guidelines prepared by the Bank under this section shall operate to limit a person’s right against self-incrimination under Article 38.1 of the Constitution or Article 6 of the European Convention on Human Rights.”.