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Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad: Sports Funding (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank Senator McGahon and commend Katie Byrne. Senator Lombard and I will attest to the power of the Senator's Commencement matter. The Rebel Wheelers is one such team in Cork. We have a very good friend in Conor Coughlan and his father Con. Everything the Senator said is very true and I commend him on raising the matter and for supporting wheelchair basketball clubs, especially in Cork...

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

Jerry Buttimer: ...broadcaster. Senator McDowell might indulge in this; two of my other favourite presenters are Aedín Gormley and Evelyn Grant. I had the pleasure of working with the latter in RTÉ Radio Cork. She has a wonderful programme on Lyric FM on Saturdays. I wish a happy 25th birthday to everyone in Lyric FM. I thank the Senator for raising the matter. Our country is a better place...

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (24 Apr 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...of understanding on defence co-operation signed between Ireland and Romania. Senator Tim Lombard - The need for the Minister for Transport to make a statement on the funding allocated to Cork County Council for national, regional and local road improvement works. Senator Seán Kyne - The need for the Minister for Education to make a statement on the payment dates for minor works...

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (24 Apr 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...here already. Of course, as two countries, work closely together and many similarities and common positions around the world. Ambassador, enjoy your celebration on Saturday. She is coming to Cork on Monday and we hope to celebrate with her again in Cork then. She is very welcome. I wish her a céad míle fáilte and to enjoy the celebrations.

Seanad: Smartphone and Social Media Use: Motion [Private Members] (24 Apr 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...Westport in County Mayo to the Public Gallery. They are guests of the Minister of State, Deputy Dara Calleary. They are all very welcome. I was going to say "Mayo for Sam" but I hope that it is Cork for Sam. The ladies are guests of a wonderful parliamentarian and Minister of State. He is doing a great job for them in County Mayo. I hope that the ladies enjoy the rest of their stay...

Committee on Key Issues affecting the Traveller Community: Give Travellers the Floor: Discussion (18 Apr 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...are with us today. Those who work with the communities on the ground in a variety of ways and who seek to advance the rights of the Traveller people are often the unsung heroes in our society. I know from my own city of Cork, where I served on the committee, that the women, in particular, have been strong leaders and voices in the community for effecting change. I am pleased that today...

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

Jerry Buttimer: ...and hope that, as part of their visit, they get homework off tonight to celebrate being in Leinster House. I welcome also guests of Senator Malcolm Byrne: Reuben Murray from University College Cork, who is interning in Leinster House, and Eimear Lawlor, who is in transition year from St. Mary's College, Arklow.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (16 Apr 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...I really hope you have a very positive and productive tenure in the Department. I want to congratulate you on a personal level. The honour is thoroughly deserved. You are a man who has served the city and county of Cork with distinction. We look forward to you working in the Department of Health, continuing the great work you have being doing. Comhghairdeas.

Seanad: Private Rental Sector: Motion (6 Mar 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Before we put the amendment, I welcome to the Visitors Gallery a very good Corkman, Adam McCarthy, who is an economist by profession. He is a good Corkman from the wonderful part of Cork called Ballinora. He is joined by our friend, Barry Cassidy. They are very welcome to Leinster House and I thank them for being here.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (28 Feb 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...McGreehan, Matthew McGreehan, who is joined by expert social farmers, Jimmy Hanlon, Peter Paul McShane and Gerry O’Callaghan, who are all from County Louth. We will not mention that Louth beat Cork a few weeks ago. They are very welcome. I thank them for being here this afternoon. I hope they have a pleasant visit and that Senator McGreehan will take them to lunch or at least...

Seanad: Visit of Slovakian Delegation (28 Feb 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...the delegation for being here. I hope they enjoy their visit. Ambassador Droba is doing a tremendous job visiting all parts of the country. He was with Senator Byrne in Wexford recently and he has been in Cork with me. He is working hard on behalf of the people of Slovakia. He is very welcome to Leinster House.

Seanad: Community Safety and Investment: Motion [Private Members] (28 Feb 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Before we begin, I welcome the students from Kilcolman National School, Enniskeane, in that wonderful part of County Cork. I thank all the boys and girls, their teachers and all the members of staff for being here. They are here with Deputy Christopher O'Sullivan, who is looking after them very well. He is a good man to have with them. I thank them for being here. The rumour has it that...

Seanad: Community Safety and Investment: Motion [Private Members] (28 Feb 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Deputy Naughten is very welcome. My messages are somewhat garbled here so my apologies to all from the Young Scientist exhibition. I welcome Philippa McIntosh from Bandon in County Cork, the Murphy sisters from Tralee, and Ciara and Saoirse from Limerick. If I am wrong, I apologise. We also have Seán O’Sullivan. Senator Dolan’s handwriting is illegible. You are all...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (27 Feb 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...Grainger and her guests to the Public Gallery. I also welcome the guests of Deputy Noel Grealish from Castlegar in County Galway. I see a familiar face in the Gallery, Mike Connolly, who broke Cork hearts on Sunday.He is very welcome to Leinster House. He is one of the finest hurlers to play for Galway and to grace the field of Croke Park. He is one of the great Connollys of Castlegar....

Seanad: Local Government (Mayor of Limerick) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages (21 Feb 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Before I call the Minister of State to reply, as Cathaoirleach of the Seanad and, in my previous incarnation, director of elections for the plebiscite in Cork, I congratulate all Members of the House and the Minister of State on this historic occasion. This is transformative legislation that enables the appointment of a directly elected mayor. It is a monumental day. As a Cork person, I...

Seanad: Situation in the Middle East: Statements (20 Feb 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...and their sensitive and delicate handling of this situation. I thank him for being here and thank Members for their patience. The Tánaiste has not got the gift of bilocation just yet, even though we think he has in Cork.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (14 Feb 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...the timelines for the commencement of ophthalmology services in the new theatres and outpatient units in South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital, and full regional eye care services in Ballincollig, County Cork. Senator Malcolm Byrne - The need for the Minister for Environment, Climate and Communications to make a statement on the plans in place to respond to a potential collapse in...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (13 Feb 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome Peter Duffy and Charlotte Grenson to the Public Gallery. Charlotte is from France and Peter is from Cork. Peter is the brother of Denise Duffy, a very good friend of ours in the parliamentary community who works with the Minister of State, Deputy Hildegarde Naughton. The good news for all of us is that Peter is a very proud Cork person and Charlotte is from France. Via...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (31 Jan 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: The Leader might include Cork as well.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (24 Jan 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: ...for the commencement of ophthalmology services in the new theatres and outpatient units in the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital, and full regional eye care services in Ballincollig, County Cork. Senator Malcolm Byrne - The need for the Minister for Justice to make a statement on plans to reform and expedite the Garda vetting process. The matters raised by the Senators are...