Results 101-120 of 860 for speaker:Erin McGreehan

Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement: All-Ireland Economy: Discussion (Resumed) (1 Feb 2024)

Erin McGreehan: The witnesses are very welcome. Everybody here would agree that the work InterTradeIreland has been doing over the past 25 years has been absolutely invaluable. My brief question to the witnesses is about how it is very natural for us to trade with the North. It is easy to go up the road to buy or sell stuff. In the witnesses' experience over 25 years, obviously, we have seen the results...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (31 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: I, too, express my solidarity with Senator Clonan. When we ask a question in this House, we expect it to be answered properly, at least, but also by a Minister in the line Department. The situation this morning was uncalled for. I wish to raise a separate health issue. I am calling for a debate on GP shortages. Last year, the Minister, Deputy Donnelly, increased the number of GP training...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: I did not know Mr. Connor but I want to express my condolences. It is a desperately lonely time for families and friends today with such an untimely death. I send my blessings and my thoughts to that family because it can be an horrendous, lonely, dark road they have to walk over the next while. I express my relief that the DUP voted last night to re-enter Government. I congratulate Sir...

Seanad: Defence Forces Tribunal of Inquiry: Motion (30 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: I very much welcome the opportunity to speak. I also welcome the inquiry. It has been long sought after. It is a signal of hope to ensure that our armed forces are held to the highest standards of accountability, transparency and justice. We all believe that our Defence Forces represent the pinnacle of bravery, dedication and selflessness. We all look up to our soldiers and respect them....

Seanad: An Bille um an Naoú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An Teaghlach), 2023: Céim an Choiste agus na Céimeanna a bheidh Fágtha - Thirty-ninth Amendment of the Constitution (The Family) Bill 2023: Committee and Remaining Stages (23 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: That is the next Bill.

Seanad: An Bille um an Naoú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An Teaghlach), 2023: Céim an Choiste agus na Céimeanna a bheidh Fágtha - Thirty-ninth Amendment of the Constitution (The Family) Bill 2023: Committee and Remaining Stages (23 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: This is an exhausting debate, and it is frustrating in many ways. If we go back to what we want to achieve in this referendum, it is quite simple. It is quite clear. It is whether this country and its people want our Constitution - all our Constitution - to catch up with the society that we live in. Those who advocate for a "No" vote have to ask themselves whether they are happy that the...

Seanad: An Bille um an Daicheadú Leasú ar an mBunreacht (Cúram), 2023: Céim an Choiste (Atógáil) agus na Céimeanna a bheidh Fágtha - Fortieth Amendment of the Constitution (Care) Bill 2023: Committee Stage (Resumed) and Remaining Stages (23 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: We know that.

Seanad: An Bille um an Daicheadú Leasú ar an mBunreacht (Cúram), 2023: Céim an Choiste (Atógáil) agus na Céimeanna a bheidh Fágtha - Fortieth Amendment of the Constitution (Care) Bill 2023: Committee Stage (Resumed) and Remaining Stages (23 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: As I said yesterday, I welcome this opportunity to change our Constitution. We have listened patiently - perhaps a little impatiently at some stages - to today's debate. I was glad there was at least an acknowledgement that the Article is not reflective of reality and not to include more - the parents - was unfair and unrealistic. However, going back to the previous debate, we have to...

Seanad: Human Rights in China: Motion (23 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: I second the motion and thank Senator Byrne for moving it. The Tánaiste is very welcome to our debate, which is a good opportunity to speak about China, particularly after the recent visit. There are so many things, as Senator Byrne said, that are wonderful about China. However, none of us can hide from the many things that need our attention and action. Our motion outlines the...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: I thank the Cathaoirleach for accepting my Commencement matter. I welcome the Minister of State to the House. It is great to have a Minister of State from the Department of agriculture. I do not always get one when I am speaking about agricultural issues. Today I want to highlight the plight of north Louth farmers who have been severely impacted by the recent floods and the importance of...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: I mean no harm, but that is absolute baloney. I do not need the preaching of a fairy tale from Department of agriculture. These farmers are very well equipped and very well aware of the responsibilities to environmental mitigation. Yet, it is absolutely the Department's responsibility to mitigate against farmers going out of business. It is absolutely the Department’s...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: It is in absolute fairy tale land.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: I am furious.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: I apologise.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: Not in north Louth.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: Shannon Callows.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: Inishowen.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: You should have told that to businesses.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: You did not say that to the businesses-----

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Agriculture Supports (22 Jan 2024)

Erin McGreehan: They are not the same.