Results 81-100 of 240 for speaker:Maria Corrigan

Seanad: Mental Health: Statements. (23 Mar 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I welcome the Minister of State. Along with Senator Fitzgerald, I found his contribution to be very interesting and thought-provoking, especially when he deviated from the script. It reflected the personal commitment, enthusiasm, dedication and energy he has brought to this portfolio. Members have sought this debate for a long time. All of us have raised it on the Order of Business at one...

Seanad: Mental Health: Statements. (23 Mar 2010)

Maria Corrigan: On Wednesday, 24 March at 10.30 a.m.

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2010)

Maria Corrigan: Given that this is brain awareness week, I ask the Leader for an update on the progress of the mental capacity and guardianship Bill which will have a significant impact on the lives of many, including those with acquired brain injuries. I understand the Bill is still being drafted but that it is intended to bring it before the Seanad before the end of the session. It now appears that it...

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2010)

Maria Corrigan: The chief executive officer and his office are the gatekeepers of what information is provided-----

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2010)

Maria Corrigan: No. Have the chief executive officer and his office become the gatekeepers for correspondence addressed to the chairman? This raises fundamental questions. Has other correspondence not been passed on? Is this practice engaged in by other State agencies?

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2010)

Maria Corrigan: Do other boards of State bodies depend on the offices of their chief executive officers?

Seanad: Gaelscoileanna. (10 Mar 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I appreciate the opportunity to raise this important matter and I thank the Minister for coming to the Chamber. I raise the issue of the provision of a gaelcholáiste for south Dublin. There are six local gaelscoileanna in the area which have been tremendously successful. This has afforded the opportunity for children to be educated through primary level. There is no second level...

Seanad: Gaelscoileanna. (10 Mar 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I thank the Minister of State, whom I understand is here on behalf of the Minister for Education and Science. However, the reply could have been about any proposal or school in the country. A specific proposal regarding the premises on Sydenham Road has been forwarded to the Department of Education and Science. If the offer is not taken up within the next 12 months, the premises will no...

Seanad: Gaelscoileanna. (10 Mar 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I thank the Minister of State.

Seanad: Report of Joint Committee on the Constitutional Amendment on Children: Statements (24 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I welcome the opportunity to debate the highly important report before Members and welcome to the House the Minister of State, who I note has been present for the entire debate, which is a significant reflection of his commitment to the work that must be done in this regard. In particular, I welcome the reasonable debate that has occurred in this Chamber this afternoon. As other colleagues...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: He was here yesterday.

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I wish to raise three issues. Is the Leader aware of any plans to amend existing legislation in order to assist subcontractors who cannot obtain payment for work done? I suggest the introduction of a benefit clause, in respect of circumstances where materials and labour are supplied but not paid for and where a third party derives a benefit from the provision of such materials and labour,...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: One of those briefings was held yesterday. I appreciate that Members are very busy but there were not very many Members of the Oireachtas at the briefing which was attended by interested parties. A second briefing is scheduled for 9 March. I know how busy people are, but if it is possible to attend, I know it would be appreciated by those making the presentations.

Seanad: Criminal Law (Insanity) Bill 2010: Second Stage (17 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I join colleagues in welcoming the Minister of State. Senators referred to the fact this Bill is an effort to grapple with the balance between achieving justice and treating mental illness. It is very heartening that the Minister of State specifically responsible for both of these areas is in the Chamber and is to stay for the entirety of the debate. As with my colleagues, I welcome the...

Seanad: Criminal Law (Insanity) Bill 2010: Second Stage (17 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: Next Tuesday. Committee Stage ordered for Tuesday, 23 February 2010.

Seanad: Cancer Awareness: Statements (17 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in Ireland and worldwide. In Ireland, it is responsible for 25% of deaths. Taking about cancer, sometimes referred to as "the big C", brings on anxiety and incredible dread, yet it is a very survivable disease. The debate we are having is very welcome because it gives us an opportunity to send a message of optimism to people. Over 80% of...

Seanad: Cancer Awareness: Statements (17 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I wish to share time with Senator Ormonde.

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I support the calls of Senators Ormonde and Bacik, among others, for a debate on the substantive report from the Oireachtas joint committee on the proposed constitutional referendum on the rights of the child. The committee put an enormous amount of work over a long period into this document. It is quite complex and the committee was very conscious of the sensitivities it might generate....

Seanad: Order of Business (10 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I rise to support Senators Fitzgerald, Feeney, McFadden and others who have raised the issue of mental health and have again asked the Leader for a debate. I welcome his commitment to hold a debate before 1 March. This is important, as 1 March will clearly be the start of a landmark year. Senator Harris hit the nail on the head when he remarked that there must be political will to bring...

Seanad: Order of Business (9 Feb 2010)

Maria Corrigan: I wish to raise the plight of a number of small and medium-sized businesses. I accept all businesses are under pressure but a number are experiencing difficulty being paid. This is not the result of a lack of credit from banks. These businesses are victims of opportunism on the part of other businesses. There are some businesses that have money to pay but are taking advantage of the...