Results 181-200 of 2,099 for speaker:Ivor Callely

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Nov 2010)

Ivor Callely: When the Oireachtas Joint Committee on the Constitution has deliberated, the Leader might arrange a suitable time for that matter to be discussed.

Seanad: Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy (14 Jul 2010)

Ivor Callely: I join with my colleagues in their expressions of sympathy on the death of Joe Doyle. I salute the good life he lived. It was my good fortune to enjoy his friendship and I have fond memories of him. I first got to know him following my election to Dublin Corporation in 1985. Even though we were on opposite political benches, he struck me during my early days as a warm, genuine and good...

Seanad: Order of Business (14 Jul 2010)

Ivor Callely: I congratulate my colleague, Senator Mary White, on the progress she has made in respect of thalidomide victims. The three requests she is making warrant positive outcomes in each case, not only the disclosure of the legal documents, but in the compensation and apology. I would like to think we will see these forthcoming. I trust the Leader will take the opportunity to relay this message...

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Jul 2010)

Ivor Callely: I join others in extending our condolence and expressing sympathy to those affected by the tragic road accident in County Donegal and to all of the other families who have suffered as a result of road fatalities and injuries. I acknowledge the good work of the Road Safety Authority in reducing the number of deaths and injuries on the roads. I appreciate the Leader's acknowledgment of my...

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Jul 2010)

Ivor Callely: I support the comments regarding the Ombudsman's report. Emily O'Reilly is a courageous person and she is acting in the best public interest. What she has said about the HSE is deeply worrying. I have put on record on many occasions my views on the agency but she referred to the culture of excessive secrecy and legalism in the HSE. She further stated, "A body such as the HSE, there to...

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Jul 2010)

Ivor Callely: It issued its annual report yesterday.

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Jul 2010)

Ivor Callely: The charity issued a serious warning on the effects of recession-----

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Jul 2010)

Ivor Callely: The charity issued a warning on the impact of the recession on couples and it is worth reading.

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Jul 2010)

Ivor Callely: Hear, hear.

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Jul 2010)

Ivor Callely: I support the remarks of my colleague, Senator O'Donovan, in acknowledgment and praise of Senator Coffey and the Fine Gael group. It is important that he made those remarks and I always have tried to acknowledge the contribution of others. Moreover, it normally is in the best interest of best legislation to so do. It is the manner in which Members should be seen to conduct their business,...

Seanad: Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2010: Committee and Remaining Stages (30 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: In my earlier contribution, I mentioned connectivity and modern technology. Can the Minister indicate whether the HSE, the regional offices, pharmacies and wholesalers have connectivity in respect of software and their computer systems? As for the Minister's comments on the timeframe for implementation, can she indicate to Members the timeline that will be required to conclude the...

Seanad: Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2010: Committee and Remaining Stages (30 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: During my contribution, I also mentioned the safety net that might be in place, apart from the two exemptions to which the Minister referred, to ensure continuity in people's ability to obtain their required medication. I mentioned people who may have a particular habit, such as a packet of cigarettes, a bottle or a pound on the horses. I refer to the case of people with restricted incomes,...

Seanad: Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2010: Committee and Remaining Stages (30 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: I thank the Minister for her response. My concern is that some people believe that Members do not know what happens in the real world, where people may experience rent increases, have particular dietary requirements or face unprecedented waste charges or other such demands on their restricted incomes. A small number of people may be affected. I acknowledge the Minister has made the point...

Seanad: Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2010: Second Stage (30 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: The Bill allows for the imposition of charges on medical card holders for prescription items dispensed by community pharmacy contractors. The proposed charge will be 50 cent per item dispensed, to a maximum of €10 per month. The Bill allows for the possibility of higher charges in the future and lists two classes of people exempt from charges - children in care and methadone users. It...

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: First, along the lines referred to by Senator O'Toole, I equally warmly welcome the application for the railway order for the DART twin tunnel underground from East Wall to Inchicore. This application and other transport measures, such as that mentioned by Senator O'Toole, will greatly assist commuters in the Dublin area. I ask the Leader to obtain from the Department of Transport their...

Seanad: Order of Business (29 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: I share Senator Fitzgerald's concern at the escalation of gangland crime and not only murder but double murder on our streets. When feasible I would wholeheartedly welcome a debate on this matter. My concern is that one of these gangland activities will involve some innocent member or members of the public who may be injured or killed. Will the Leader arrange briefing documents in regard...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: I support the call by Senator Coffey and others for a debate on the future for young people. As a parent of a young person who has just completed the leaving certificate, I am delighted to say that most young people go on to third level education, unlike in my time. I have another son who is coming out of college and he is asking the questions that we are asking in this House. That is why...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: The Pension Board's annual report published yesterday raises a number of issues which are causing concern, particularly the combined deficit of in excess of €25 billion in defined benefit pension schemes. This deficit is causing serious anxiety and concern for a large proportion of the population. Given current demographic trends, I ask the Leader to arrange a broad ranging debate on what...

Seanad: Order of Business. (22 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: I join Senator Norris in congratulating all involved in the successful efforts to reduce carnage on our roads. I applaud in particular Mr. Gay Byrne of the Road Safety Authority and the industry which has produced vivid television adverts which have had an impact. I congratulate those involved on the success of all the campaigns carried out. We will have a debate on job creation today and I...

Seanad: Order of Business (17 Jun 2010)

Ivor Callely: I support much of what Senator Buttimer stated about the public wanting hope and confidence, particularly on job creation. It is important that those in this House and in the other House, and in other areas of knowledge, should have that information available to them. I refer, for example, to the State agencies' plans, Vision 2020 and all the other measures on job creation. It brings me to...