• Fine Gael Senator (Cultural and Educational Panel)
• Entered the Seanad on 30 January 2025 — General election
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Seanad: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Statements (15 May 2025)

“I begin by wishing the Minister of State the very best of luck in her new role. Mental health is one of the biggest issues that face this country. It is an enormous challenge. As somebody who represents Waterford, the Minister of State is more than aware of the issues in my home county of Wexford. I specifically want to highlight a motion that was recently passed by the members of...”

Seanad: Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Bill 2024: Committee and Remaining Stages (13 May 2025)

“Like my colleagues, I welcome this Bill. I want to highlight a number of specific things in section 5. Like so many people, I have tended to avail of having my bank card on my phone and making payments through Apple Pay. I notice that when I seek cashback from, for example, a petrol station that is not possible when using contactless payment through Apple Pay. I understand the Bill seeks...”

Seanad: Parole (Special Advocates) Bill 2024: Second Stage (13 May 2025)

“I echo the comments that were made previously relating to Garda Kevin Flatley and offer my condolences to his family. I can only imagine how difficult today and the past few days have been for them. I offer my condolences to all members of An Garda Síochána who served closely on the force with him. I support the amendment tabled by my colleagues. I thank Senator Ruane for her...”

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