Seanad debates

Thursday, 8 May 2003

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10.30a.m.
  • Business of Seanad. (1 speech)
    I have received notice from Senator John Paul Phelan that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Education...
  • Order of Business. (58 speeches)
    The Order of Business today is No. 1, motion to refer to the Joint Committee on Finance and the Public Service the subject matter of No. 15 on today's Order Paper concerning the draft Civil...
  • Civil Service Code of Standards and Behaviour: Referral to Joint Committee. (1 speech)
    I move: That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approve the draft Civil Service Code of Standards and Behaviour, copies of which were laid before Seanad Éireann on 29th November 2000, be referred...
  • National Standards for Foster Care: Statements. (7 speeches)
    Foster care is the main form of alternative care provided by health boards for children in need of care and protection who cannot remain in their own homes. Over 4,500 children are currently in...
  • Northern Ireland: Statements. (23 speeches)
    I thank the Seanad for this opportunity to report on the latest developments in the peace process. Members on all sides of the House have always expressed their overwhelming support for the Good...
  • Adjournment Matter. - School Closures. (2 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Brian Lenihan, to the House again. The matter I wish to discuss today centres on St. Brigid's secondary school, Goresbridge, County Kilkenny. Notice was...