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

Malcolm Byrne: ...of everything else but it is critical that there be an immediate ceasefire. It is deeply regrettable that the US chose to veto the motion at the UN today calling for such a ceasefire. The actions of Israel are a completely disproportionate response to the horrific events of 7 October. I entirely agree with Senator Currie's remarks in that regard. It is important that the Tánaiste...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (14 Dec 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: ...and without whom we could not do this work. I hope we appreciate how lucky we are in this country that we are at peace. We have talked about the suffering of so many in Gaza, on the West Bank, in Israel and in many other parts of the world. It is also worth remembering - and this is crucial at the European Council meeting today - the ongoing war in Ukraine. We know that over 10,000...

Seanad: Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023: Second Stage (14 Dec 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: ...places to protest but it is not outside the homes or temporary shelters of those who are seeking refuge in the country. It is no different for people who wish to protest about the policies of Israel; it is not correct to engage in anti-Semitic protests outside synagogues or places where Jewish people go together. If we are to defend the right to freedom of expression and the right to...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 Nov 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: ...citizens trying to flee Gaza and an eight-year-old Irish citizen, Emily Hand, has been held hostage by a death cult for more than a month, it is critical that we maintain diplomatic relations with Israel. On a slightly more positive note on the diplomatic front, I welcome the appointment of 14 ambassadors yesterday by the Department of Foreign Affairs. In particular, I note the...

Seanad: Situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories: Statements (Resumed) (19 Oct 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire Stáit. In the context of this debate, it is important, as many have done in this House, to express our strong solidarity with the people of Israel and the people of Palestine who are going through untold horrors at present. The approach as outlined by the Tánaiste has been correct and measured. It is key to avoiding further escalation that we look...

Seanad: Situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories: Motion (18 Oct 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I second the motion and move amendment No. 12: To delete all words after “That Seanad Éireann:” and substitute the following: - unreservedly condemns the brutal attack by Hamas in Israel on Saturday, 7th October 2023 last, indiscriminately, and systematically targeting civilians, and resulting in over 1,400 deaths; - utterly condemns the hospital bombing that occurred...

Seanad: Situation in Occupied Palestinian Territory and Israel: Statements (17 May 2021)

Malcolm Byrne: ...pressure of the international community is needed to ensure there is a de-escalation. Following on from Senator Ward's points, Ireland is friends with Palestine but we also want to be friends with Israel. I am concerned about some of the message going out to the effect that we are trying to alienate Israel completely. We want to be friends with Israel but friends are people and...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Culture Policy (7 May 2021)

Malcolm Byrne: ...pilots at the Abbey Theatre and the National Concert Hall in December. My understanding is that those pilots went well and we learned from them. Many theatres and live events were reopened in Israel following its vaccination programme. Again, the evidence is that this has been done successfully. People may be aware of a very successful large-scale outdoor event in Barcelona where up to...

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Impact of Covid-19 on the Entertainment Sector: Discussion (30 Mar 2021)

Malcolm Byrne: ...more income? I was struck by what Mr. Sharpe said about learning from experiences and we will make mistakes and so on. Given the outdoor and indoor events that have taken place in Barcelona and Israel, what are the lessons from those for us?

Seanad: Living with Covid-19: Statements (29 Mar 2021)

Malcolm Byrne: ...be important for the aviation industry, tourism and so on. We also need clarity regarding live events. I would love there to be live outdoor theatre or music events. We could learn some lessons from Israel. If we are to come back together as a community, this is important. Giving some indication to the hospitality sector would be useful as well - the Oireachtas committee chatted with...