Results 1-18 of 18 for diaspora speaker:Maurice Cummins

Seanad: Order of Business (3 Dec 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...the Senator that irrespective of what speech he quoted, the Government, including the Taoiseach, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Minister of State who has responsibility for the diaspora, has made strong representations to representatives in the US to have these laws changed and to deal with the question of the undocumented Irish. In many instances, the response has not...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...and are not part of the paintings that were given to the State, which are on display in the National Gallery. These are held under trust by this board. Senator O'Donovan spoke about votes for the diaspora. He made very valid comments in asking where we draw the line. On that point, we are due another debate on Seanad reform. I gave an indication that we would have a further debate on...

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...on obesity levels and called for legislative action to deal with the issue. Senator Leyden referred to yesterday’s debate on Seanad reform. As I stated already, it was a preliminary discussion. I note his views on the diaspora, representation with taxation and other related issues which can be raised in our next debate on this matter. Senator Paul Coghlan referred to the living...

Seanad: Order of Business (27 Mar 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...suicide. We have had a number of debates on suicide but I agree with the Senator that it is something we have to keep on the agenda at all times. Senator Ó Clochartaigh spoke about voting rights for the diaspora, especially in presidential elections, and we can try to find out what the Government's proposals are on the matter. Giving votes to the diaspora is not as simple as it...

Seanad: Order of Business (10 Mar 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...than 6.15 p.m., with contributions of all Senators not to exceed six minutes and the Minister to be called on to reply not later than 6.10 p.m.; and No. 3, statements on the Global Irish, Ireland's diaspora policy, to be taken at 6.15 p.m. and to adjourn not later than 7.30 p.m., with contributions from all Senators not to exceed six minutes.

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Mar 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...the relevant Minister on the matter in order that we might ascertain what proposals he has in respect of it. Senators Mullins, Brennan and Ó Clochartaigh made reference to Government policy on the diaspora. I have organised a debate on the matter with the Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Deputy Deenihan, which is scheduled for next Tuesday. Senator...

Seanad: Order of Business (19 Feb 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...Joe McHugh, here on 11 March to discuss the Irish language strategy, a point which Senator Ó Murchú also raised. The Minister of State, Deputy Deenihan, has been invited to the House to discuss issues including the diaspora strategy and policy. I hope to secure a debate before St. Patrick's Day with him in this regard. Senator Michael D'Arcy spoke about the IDA and the...

Seanad: Order of Business (17 Dec 2014)

Maurice Cummins: ...debate on the private rental sector, as did Senator Craughwell. I hope to accommodate that debate early in the new year. Senator Ó Clochartaigh spoke about giving voting rights to members of the diaspora and reducing the voting age to 16 years. His colleague has tabled an amendment to the Order of Business regarding the holding of a referendum on the second matter. I note Senator...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2014)

Maurice Cummins: ...former Senator Jack Fitzsimons, and I am sure we all wish to express our sympathies to Mr. Fitzsimons's family. Senator Ó Clochartaigh called on the Minister of State with responsibility for the diaspora, Deputy Jimmy Deenihan, to come to the House for a debate on the diaspora and also called for a debate on the Irish language. We will certainly ask the Minister of State with...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Nov 2014)

Maurice Cummins: ..., seconded by Senator Norris, to the effect that No. 13 be taken before No. 1. I will accede to the amendment. Like several other Senators, Senator Quinn raised the question of votes for the diaspora in Seanad elections as well as in presidential elections. I will invite the Minister of State, Deputy Deenihan, to attend the House in early course to expand on the ideas he has mentioned...

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Oct 2013)

Maurice Cummins: ...to try to bring Ministers before the House to make statements on various issues which Members raise. Senator Ó Murchú referred to the Constitutional Convention and the possibility of members of the diaspora being allowed to vote. He also referred to issues relating to the referendum campaign on the Seanad. This matter was addressed by many Members, including Senators O'Sullivan...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Sep 2013)

Maurice Cummins: ...is more than €350 million. Any decision must be made in that context. We will have to wait and see what is done in this regard in the budget. Senator Mark Daly called for a debate on the Irish diaspora. I will try to arrange it in due course. Senator Ned O'Sullivan referred to claims regarding the cost of running the Seanad. As I said previously, the report of the Oireachtas...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Jul 2013)

Maurice Cummins: ...Senator Naughton on the occasion of her maiden speech. We hope she will have a very good stay here. I am sure her contribution to this House will be excellent. Senator Daly asked for a debate about the Irish diaspora overseas. Senator Conway spoke about the undocumented Irish in the United States. The Tánaiste visited the US recently and he lobbied politicians on this matter....

Seanad: Address by Dr. Mary Robinson (24 Nov 2011)

Maurice Cummins: ...inspiration to the people, especially women, to come centre stage to speak of their aspirations and concerns and to show their achievements and success. She evoked a strong empathy with the Irish Diaspora giving a new focus to their isolation and their wish to be re-included in the national awareness. She championed the causes of those who strove to overcome barriers of disability,...

Seanad: Order of Business (29 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: ...is scheduled to have Private Members' time in the coming weeks which will afford him ample time to bring forward that proposal. Several Members referred to a role for the Seanad in representing the Diaspora, with particular reference to the Taoiseach's nominees. Several Taoisigh had ample opportunity to appoint Members from the Diaspora but failed to do so. I agree in principle with the...

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: ..., acknowledge the achievements that have shaped modern Ireland and will focus attention on the economic and social conditions of the period and the cultural ties with and contributions made by the diaspora to the development of the nation. It is envisaged that the first draft of the commemorative programme for 2012-16 will be discussed with the Oireachtas consultation group in the autumn....

Seanad: Order of Business (2 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: ...throughout the country. We can incorporate that in the debate on local government, when the Minister comes to the House. Senator Mooney called for a debate on ways to harness the power of the diaspora. A second Farmleigh meeting will be held later this year. We can arrange a debate on this subject. It is a question of bringing a Minister to the House to deal with these matters....

Seanad: Order of Business. (1 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: ...disabilities, a cause I am sure he will champion. We will do our best to have the Minister attend to discuss the matter. Senator Paschal Mooney raised the issues of Seanad reform and the Irish Diaspora. The number of committees will be reduced from 23 to 14. I welcome these necessary reforms, including the reduction in committee numbers. The reduction is right. Every Senator will be a...