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Twenty-eighth Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (22 Apr 2008)

Michael D'Arcy: ...in Yugoslavia and the current problem of energy and food security or, as they are now being called, energy and food insecurity. It will make the Union more democratic. Some people are trying to cloud the issue about qualified majority voting. Ireland has a strong benefit in that regard in that we are punching way above our weight on the issue. I want to touch upon the issue of taxation....

Finance Bill 2008: Second Stage (5 Feb 2008)

Joan Burton: ...them to acquire transferable skills. There must be a significant focus on retraining and educational opportunities for such workers. Without further up-skilling, many of them will not be able to compete for jobs in expanding areas such as financial services and information technology or develop the specific skills required for NDP investment areas. The time for action on this is now,...

Civil Unions Bill 2006: Restoration to Order Paper (31 Oct 2007)

Brendan Howlin: ...are in such relationships who are not recognised by the State in which they work, pay taxes and live. Other issues need to be addressed separately. They should not be brought into this debate to cloud the issue as they were on the last occasion when this measure was debated in this House. The Bill does not address or purport to address the issue of cohabiting couples of the opposite sex....

European Council: Statements. (27 Jun 2007)

Aengus Ó Snodaigh: ...of the name change of Windscale to Sellafield. Objectionable terms have been changed to try pull the wool over people's eyes. Some of the more obvious symbols of statehood have been removed or clouded over but let us make no mistake, the so-called reform treaty is the EU constitution in all but name. As the Taoiseach stated earlier, the changes do not "undermine the balance and...

Seanad: European Communities Bill 2006: Second Stage (7 Dec 2006)

Noel Treacy: ...we expressed a vote of confidence in ourselves and our capacity to stand tall among the great nations of Europe. This decision has paid rich dividends. Not only have we shown ourselves capable of competing economically with our European neighbours but we have become genuine Europeans, contributing to the shaping of our continent and no longer typecast by others as history's perennial...

Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed) (4 Oct 2006) See 1 other result from this debate

Finian McGrath: When we are dealing with civil law or other justice-related matters, it is important that we get the balance right. Above all, competence, independence, quality and true public service must be important elements running through this legislation. We need a Bill and a vision for this country that is based on honesty and equality. These core principles in any democracy should be built into...

Disposal of Shares in Aer Lingus Group plc: Motion. (6 Jul 2006)

Olivia Mitchell: ...private ownership is the panacea for a successful airline. There are no guarantees but we believe that Aer Lingus's best chance to survive and prosper lies in private ownership. It is already competing with airlines that have access to private capital and that can respond to rapidly changing market conditions without reference to a lethargic, ponderous and cautious political system. We...

Greyhound Industry (Doping Regulation) Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (8 Jun 2006)

Paul Gogarty: .... God help us if any report on sexual offences is treated in the same way. I agree with the sentiments of this Bill and will support its attempt to regulate the greyhound industry. Greyhounds must compete on merit and should not race after taking painkillers or other drugs to boost performance. Much concern has been expressed about the health and safety of the greyhounds but only a handful...

European Council: Statements. (29 Mar 2006)

Enda Kenny: ...restoring Gallic pride, and the French contingent with it, by addressing the meeting in his mother tongue, a language which once dominated EU proceedings. The summit took place under something of a cloud. There is the ongoing rise of India and China, excess deficits in various parts of the Union, high unemployment, low growth — which is improving — and a pensions bill and requirement...

World Trade Organisation Negotiations: Statements. (1 Dec 2005)

Denis Naughten: ...Government and Agriculture and Food in the nitrates directive and our beef and dairy sectors will be decimated by the current WTO proposals. The UK's demand for budgetary concessions on CAP is clouding Mr. Mandelson's judgment and forming a bias in his negotiating ability. The reality is that the level of spending on agriculture in the overall EU budget has fallen by one third in the past...

Seanad: Ferns Report: Statements (Resumed). (15 Nov 2005)

Shane Ross: ...Ferns Report made. There are no words to suitably express condemnation for the sort of activities which took place in the diocese of Ferns and elsewhere. I do not believe that politicians should compete in the sort of condemnations which come easily to everyone's lips and which are heartfelt by all in both Houses. I am not sure what anyone can add to the words said initially in response to...

Seanad: Lisbon National Reform Programme: Statements. (26 Oct 2005) See 1 other result from this debate

Paul Bradford: ...where the economy and that of the European Union are going. We know and can recite ad nauseam the story of the Celtic tiger and the great strides we have made. We would, however, be living in cloud cuckoo land if we believed the economy can continue to grow at a consistently higher rate than that of the European Union and avoid some of the pitfalls faced by our European neighbours. As the...

Seanad: Aviation Action Plan: Statements. (31 May 2005)

Michael Finucane: ...as an organisation to promote industrial development in the mid-west region. For a long time, it has acted as a catalyst for industrial development and as a stimulant to tourism in the region. A cloud of uncertainty hangs over this organisation. I have often been critical of it but ultimately praise its work. Recently, the Tánaiste stated that the Shannon free zone would have to bankroll...

Health (Amendment) Bill 2005: Second Stage. (2 Mar 2005)

Liz McManus: ...accusation of malfeasance in public office. One can only presume that the Minister for Health and Children had chosen her words carefully, so her words open up the scenario that cast doubt on the competence, integrity and liability in the civil courts of public officials and public office holders. It is important that the Minister clarify the time she changed her view and the information...

Seanad: Fishing Industry: Motion. (8 Dec 2004)

Paul Coghlan: ...it did. Is there evidence of a similar line taken with regard to fisheries offences in other EU countries? Is the Irish situation unique? I am concerned about the handling of this situation and the cloud it has thrown over the whole fishing industry. It is a proud and decent community and I had the privilege of knowing many members during the eight years I was a member of the Dingle...