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Report of the Seanad Reform Implementation Group: Statements (7 Nov 2019)

Tommy Broughan: ...actually remain in the European Union. If, however, the Seanad cannot be abolished, the only responsible workable and democratic option is for our people is to elect all 60 Senators by universal franchise on the same day as and in similar constituencies to a Dáil election. Even the statement of position on page 23 of the report by our four Fine Gael colleagues, Senators Byrne,...

Brighter Evenings Bill 2012: Second Stage (5 Jul 2013)

Tommy Broughan: ...in sunsets at 9.30 p.m. on 15 April, nearly 10.20 p.m. on 15 May, almost 11 p.m. on the midsummer solstice, which means we would have light up until midnight, and 10.45 p.m. on 15 July. Deputy Buttimer correctly pointed out how important August is for the festivals all around the country. In mid-August, there would be light up to 11 p.m. and that would be most valuable. I have tried to...