Seanad debates

Thursday, 22 January 2004

• Prelude (0 speeches)
  Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 11.15 a.m.
• Business of Seanad. (1 speech)
  I have received notice from Senator Tuffy that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, she proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Justice, Equality...
• Visit of Norwegian Delegation. (1 speech)
  Before proceeding with the Order of Business, I am sure Members would like to join with me in welcoming the members of the Norwegian parliamentary delegation in the Distinguished Visitors...
• Order of Business. (30 speeches)
  The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on the Fourth Report of the Expert Group on Future Skills Needs, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business and to conclude not later than 2...
• Report on Future Skills Needs: Statements. (18 speeches)
  I am pleased to address the House on the most recent in a series of periodic reviews of future skills requirements of key sectors of the Irish economy which was produced by the expert group on...
• Adjournment Matters. (0 speeches)
• Youth Services. (5 speeches)
  I am glad the Minister of State at the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform, Deputy Brian Lenihan, is here to listen to this debate because I know he is familiar with the centre about...
• Hospital Services. (5 speeches)
  I welcome the Minister of State to the House. I wish to highlight the bed shortages and resultant staff problems in Letterkenny General Hospital. While welcoming the announcement of the Minister...
• Accident and Emergency Services. (2 speeches)
  I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Brian Lenihan. This motion relates to the Hanly report and the effect the European Union directive in respect of non-consultant hospital doctors will have...