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Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 May 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I concur with the sympathy that have been expressed by the Cathaoirleach to the D'Arcy family. We will move an expression of sympathy at the end of Order of Business. The Order of Business today, Wednesday 8 May, is No. 1, motion regarding proposed approval by Seanad Éireann of the Planning and Development (Street Furniture Fees) Regulations 2024, back from committee, to be taken on...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 May 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I thank the Members who contributed to the Order of Business today. Senator O'Loughlin spoke about the challenges of hay fever, as a sufferer herself, and about getting some local help in Kildare. She also referenced the march for Palestine outside the gates today and said she is going to join those who are demonstrating outside. She reiterated the call for a ceasefire and peace in the...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 May 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I echo the comments of the Cathaoirleach with regard to Congressman Tim Kennedy and I wish him the very best for his term. The Order of Business today is No. 1, Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023 – Report and Final Stages, to be taken at 12.45 p.m., with the proceedings thereon to be brought to a conclusion at 3.15 p.m. by the putting of one...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 May 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I thank the Cathaoirleach. I also thank the Members who contributed to the Order of Business. Senator O'Loughlin welcomed the fact that Diageo will be able to move ahead with its investment into its plant in County Kildare. This will be worth €200 million and will create 1,000 jobs, now that the single objector has withdrawn their objection. I wish the company and County Kildare...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on flooding at Lough Funshinagh, to be taken at 3.15 p.m. and to conclude at 4.45 p.m., if not previously concluded, with the time allocated to the opening remarks of the Minister not to exceed ten minutes and that allocated to all Senators not to exceed five minutes, with the Minister to be given no less than ten minutes to reply to the debate; and...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I thank all the Senators who contributed on the Order of Business today. Senator O'Loughlin was first. The Senator acknowledged the beginning of the Punchestown race festival this week and the major contribution the horse racing industry makes to Ireland. This is the case not just in Kildare but right across the country. The industry is worth €2.45 billion to the economy and nearly...

Seanad: Flooding on Lough Funshinagh: Statements (30 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I thank my colleague Senator Murphy, who raised the issue Lough Funshinagh in the Chamber when I was taking Order of Business a number of weeks ago. I was struck by his impassioned plea to help people in the local community, so I visited the site two weeks ago.Matthew Beatty and Geraldine Murray took me around. We visited four locations around the lake and the homeowners there. Nothing...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (24 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: ...welcome to the Chamber. I thank her for being with us and it is lovely to meet her. The Order of Business is No. 1, motion regarding the Planning and Development (Street Furniture Fees) Regulations 2024, referral to committee, to be taken on conclusion of the Order of Business without debate; No. 2, Employment (Collective Redundancies and Miscellaneous Provisions) and Companies...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (23 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: ...of a proposal for a Council Decision on the signing, on behalf of the European Union, of an agreement between Canada and the European Union on the transfer and processing of passenger name record data, to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business without debate; No. 2, motion regarding proposed approval by Seanad Éireann of a proposal for a Council decision on the...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (23 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I thank the Members who contributed to the Order of Business. Fiona O'Loughlin acknowledged today's apology by an Taoiseach to the victims of the Stardust tragedy. Many Members spoke about that tragedy today, including Senators Boyhan, Cummins and Conway. It is a poignant moment in what has been a very long battle. They have waited more than 40 years for justice. I extend my solidarity...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (17 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion regarding referral to joint committee of proposed approval by Seanad Éireann of the proposal for regulations and a directive of the European Parliament and Council on international protection, asylum and migration, to be taken without debate on the conclusion of the Order of Business; No. 2, statements on the cost of doing business, to be taken at...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (17 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I thank all Senators who contributed to the Order of Business. The first speaker was Senator McGahon, who made an interesting point around parental leave for 26 weeks. The Senator would like the period during which that leave can be accessed to be extended in order that adults caring for children with a disability or a long-term illness can take it up until the child reaches 18 years of...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (17 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: Senator Warfield proposed an amendment to the Order of Business, that No. 12 be taken before No. 1, which was seconded by Senator Ruane. I am happy to accept that amendment. I commend the Senator on his work on that issue. Our legislation often lags behind where the world is at. This is a good piece of work that I am sure will be looked upon favourably by the relevant Minister. Senator...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (17 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I can speak for myself is the only point I was making. We will have a full debate on the matter on 2 May. I hope I have responded to the genuine questions and concerns raised by Members. I fully take on board what has been said. We will have a full debate in the House on it. On a completely different matter, Senator Dolan raised the issue of Lough Funshinagh, which was also raised last...

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (17 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: No. 3 is to be taken without debate. No. 4 is to conclude at 5.30 p.m.

Seanad: Cost of Doing Business: Statements (17 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I welcome the Minister and congratulate him on his elevation to a senior Cabinet position. I wish him well in the time ahead. I welcome this debate on the cost of doing business. There has been a particular focus, and rightly so, on small and medium enterprises because that is where the pinch is being felt the most. It would be remiss of me not to mention the report that is out today....

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (11 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: It is a pleasure to welcome our newest Senator, Malachai O'Hara, to the Seanad today. It is lovely to have a new Member. On behalf of the Fianna Fáil group but also on behalf of the House itself, as Seanad Leader, I wish him the very best and congratulate him on his election. I look forward to working with him in the Seanad for the next number of months, or for however long we are...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (11 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I thank the Cathaoirleach and thank all Members who contributed on the Order of Business. I commend Senator O'Hara on his fine maiden speech in the Chamber and thank Members for the gracious, warm congratulations they extended to him. It looks well for the House and it is the manner in which we conduct ourselves in here. It is quite a collegial Chamber. We have our differences at times,...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (11 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: I wish the Sinn Féin grouping well, too, as it continues forward. Senator O’Loughlin spoke about an issue relating to community engagement groups in the Rathangan area and how she and her colleague, Councillor Anne Connolly held a public meeting, which had 200 in attendance. All of us know that 200 attending a public meeting is a significant number. I urge the Minister and...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (11 Apr 2024)

Lisa Chambers: ----- today, for his extensive service, and wished well. Senator Conway congratulated all his colleagues on their promotions. Senator Cassells raised a particular issue around the Aviva Stadium, the FAI and increased funding for women in sports. I will request a debate with the Minister with responsibility for sport. Senator Martin has proposed an amendment to the Order of...