• Independent Senator (Nominated by the Taoiseach)
• Entered the Seanad on 29 June 2020 — General election
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Seanad: Domestic Violence (Amendment) Bill 2024: Committee Stage (2 Jul 2025)

“I did not get to hear all of Senator Ryan's speech this evening due to a committee meeting but, having listened to my colleagues in the House, I will listen back to it later. I grew up on a halting site with 73 extended families. Today there are about 20 extended families on the site. It is funny how, in some communities, domestic violence is seen to be part of the culture. I have said in...”

Committee on Infrastructure and National Development Plan Delivery: Role, Responsibilities and Processes of An Coimisiún Pleanála and Office of the Planning Regulator: Discussion (2 Jul 2025)

“My first question relates to recent scandals. What extra measures have been introduced to prevent any repeat and to rebuild public trust? Only 28% of cases met the legal deadline last year. Why are social and affordable housing projects still waiting months for a decision? An coimisiún spent €10.8 million on legal fees in 2023, approximately one third of its budget. How does...”

Committee on Infrastructure and National Development Plan Delivery: Role, Responsibilities and Processes of An Coimisiún Pleanála and Office of the Planning Regulator: Discussion (2 Jul 2025)

“I can go through my questions for Mr. Cussen as well if-----”

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• Has spoken in 42 committee discussions and Dáil debates in the last year — average among Senators.
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