Results 1-20 of 25 for buttimer speaker:Seán Kyne

Seanad: Election of Cathaoirleach (16 Dec 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...as a colleague and a good friend. We happen to share the same hotel and he has been great company over the years. He has had some tough days also. I acknowledge and congratulate Senator Buttimer's husband, Conchobar, and all of the members of his family. I also acknowledge his late parents. There is one member of his extended family that Senator Buttimer did not mention. This is a...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Departmental Funding (14 Dec 2022)

Seán Kyne: I thank the Cathaoirleach's office for choosing this Commencement matter. I agree with Senator Buttimer regarding the lack of availability of the line Ministers for Commencement debates in general. That said, I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy O'Donovan, who is always very amenable to coming before this House. Any time I have raised issues related to his area of responsibility, he has...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (14 Dec 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...Africa and on the citizens' assembly on biodiversity. They would be important debates, subject to time, although it will be a matter for the incoming Leader or for the House to schedule the Order of Business in the new year. Senators Buttimer and Conway spoke about the weather warnings and the need to grit footpaths. There is nothing that can be as life-changing as a fall, particularly...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Nov 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...of important legislation that will provide support for the people the Senator mentioned. We will have another opportunity in the coming weeks when we deal with the Second Stage of the Social Welfare Bill. Senator Buttimer commented on World AIDS Day and asked us to wear the pin to acknowledge and remember those who have died due to AIDS. I recently watched the Netflix series "It's a...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (23 Nov 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...discuss the matter with the Committee on Parliamentary Privileges and Oversight. I know that there are other Members, including Terry Brennan, who should be remembered in the course of the coming months. Senator Buttimer asked for a debate on COP27 with the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Deputy Eamon Ryan, who was the lead negotiator. I will certainly request...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (17 Nov 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...of options, appraisals and so on for many years, which has only muddied the waters when we should have been progressing a major development on the grounds of UHG. Senators Seery Kearney, Boyhan, Buttimer and Ahearn raised the issue of Commencement debates and the disgraceful contempt for the House. While I agree with them, there is also a responsibility within parties to address this with...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (17 Nov 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...famine of 1932 and 1933 of which, I must say, I was not aware. I believe there is a motion to come at some stage. We will look forward to and perhaps have a debate on that as well. Senator Buttimer raised the issue of increased toll charges and sought a debate with the Minister of State, Deputy Naughton, in that regard. I will certainly arrange for the Minister of State to come into...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 Nov 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...done because it was necessary. We have been able to do it because we had the financial firepower, from a well-run economy, to be able to put in place these supports for people who are deserving of them. Senators Hoey and Buttimer referred to the layoffs at Twitter, and Senator Buttimer asked for a debate on the matter. I will certainly ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise,...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (6 Oct 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...Senator Chambers also talked about her friend and neighbour, Geraldine Lavelle, and wished her well on her new book, titled, Weathering the Storm. I will look out for that as well in bookshops. Senator Buttimer spoke about independent broadcasters, the broadcasting levy and the future of radio. I will request that we have a debate on this issue. All of us, particularly rural Senators,...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Jun 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...of Covid, so it is great to see they will be back this year. The Government has supported these events under various Departments. We will all enjoy going to the various county and local shows in the coming months. Senator Buttimer asked that the Minister for Education, Deputy Foley, come to the House to discuss the issue of leaving certificate results day. I will ask the Leader’s...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Mar 2022)

Seán Kyne: I thank all Senators for their contributions this afternoon on a wide array of subjects. Senator Malcolm Byrne, supported by Senators Maria Byrne, Dolan and Buttimer, talked about leaving certificate reform and the welcome introduction of two new subjects, namely, climate action and sustainable development and drama, film and theatre, from 2024. The Minister, Deputy Foley, has set out a...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 Mar 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...two years has been spent in our local authorities, according to the Minister of State, Deputy Peter Burke, which is important because it was not being spent. Senator Dooley talked of his trip. Senator Buttimer talked again of Ukraine and standing in solidarity and the céad míle fáilte that will no doubt be shown to Ukrainians, some of whom already have arrived, as well...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (17 Feb 2022)

Seán Kyne: ...payment was by coins only and he had none. There were a number of cars behind him and a row ensued. That system might need to be updated in recognition of the move towards a cashless society. Senator Buttimer spoke about the issues of aviation and hospitality. The Minister of State, Deputy Naughton, has been in this House discussing various aspects of aviation. It is an area outside...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (16 Dec 2021)

Seán Kyne: ...of the Kilmainham playground and is CEO of South West Mayo Development Company. Senator Hackett spoke about the social farming model, which is hugely important for many. Senators Ó Donnghaile, Conway, Buttimer, Maria Byrne and Craughwell spoke about the booster vaccine roll-out. The Minister for Health has announced some changes there, including the extension of the opening hours...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 Dec 2021)

Seán Kyne: ...charities, as did Senator Maria Byrne. I concur, as I am sure we all do, with the Senators' statements about the valuable work animal welfare charities do up and down the country. Senators Lombard and Buttimer raised the issue of Covid-19 and the booster vaccination programme, and called for the reopening of centres in Cork. Decisions are being considered in respect of, for example, the...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (14 Dec 2021)

Seán Kyne: ...smaller and people live longer, we will need more carers. The profession needs to be more valued than it is. We need to encourage people into the profession. That is important. I will ask for a debate on the matter. Senator Buttimer talked about road deaths and road safety strategy. In general, there has been a decline of 70% since the first road safety strategy. Part of that...

Seanad: Houses of the Oireachtas (Amendment) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages (9 Dec 2021)

Seán Kyne: .... I fully support what our Members here have said about their role and how it has evolved as has the work they do. Forms of media have evolved. It is important this is recognised. As Senator Buttimer said, I have been a member of the commission for more than a year. This has always been on the agenda, with regard of the status of the case in the Workplace Relations Commission and how...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (25 Nov 2021)

Seán Kyne: ...play and decency. I will, therefore, write to the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform to ask for an update and for intervention and engagement. Senators Sherlock, Carrigy, Ruane, Murphy, Gavan, Higgins, Craughwell, Buttimer, Ó Donnghaile, Burke, Martin and Byrne all raised the issue. I am sure everyone else who did not will support fully the sentiments expressed.Senators...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (25 Nov 2021)

Seán Kyne: ..., which has responsibility for natural resources, and the Minister, Deputy Eamon Ryan, will be providing assistance on request and I am sure they have already been involved on that issue. Senator Buttimer asked for an apology from Dr. Glynn. I am sure journalists will be putting questions to NPHET and Dr. Glynn regarding the comments in respect of schools being safe. Many Government...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (11 Nov 2021)

Seán Kyne: ...also paid tribute to the late Austin Currie. The Senator spoke about the wonderful work going on in schools and about the need for funding for polytunnels. Senator Garvey confirmed that funding is available for same, which is good news. Senator Buttimer spoke about the retail strategy and the need to update it. I will certainly write to the Minister of State at the Department of...