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Seanad: Election of Cathaoirleach (16 Dec 2022)

John Cummins: ..., the Cathaoirleach's day. I am absolutely thrilled to be in a position to be here. Some people will know that I was sick most of the week, but I really wanted to be here today to see Senator Buttimer elevated to the esteemed position of Cathaoirleach. It is a great honour for him, his family, his friends, his supporters, Conchobar, his brothers and sisters and his mam and dad who are...

Seanad: Finance Bill 2022: Committee Stage (7 Dec 2022)

John Cummins: ...at some of the statistics earlier this year for Waterford and 76 properties had availed of the living city initiative – 24 owner-occupiers and 52 rental properties. We can of course, as Senator Buttimer said, go further than that. The change the Minister introduced to shorten the relief period from ten years to seven years is also welcome. The commitment to live in the property...

Seanad: Mental Health and Covid-19: Statements (12 Feb 2021)

John Cummins: ...their jobs or they are working at home and have to deal with home schooling. So many issues have faced so many people. The effect it has had is huge. I will finish on the point, which Senator Buttimer raised, about sport and the benefit it can have, not just for our young people but right across society. I say that as a former physical education teacher. That, above all else, is...

Seanad: National Lottery (Amendment) Bill 2021: Second Stage (29 Sep 2021)

John Cummins: ...others have said, one third of the cost of every ticket sold for tonight's draw, and every draw throughout the year, goes the good causes fund. Last year, it generated €254 million, and, as Senator Buttimer stated, since 1987 it has contributed more than €6 billion to help communities and sporting and voluntary organisations in every town, village and city throughout the...