Seanad debates

Thursday, 19 October 2006

• Prelude (0 speeches)
  Chuaigh an Leas-Chathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10.30 a.m.
• Business of Seanad (1 speech)
  I have notice from Senator Browne 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 and Science to...
• Order of Business (40 speeches)
  The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on the Mental Health Commission annual report 2005, including the report of the Inspector of Mental Health Services, to be taken on the conclusion of...
• Visit of Kenyan Delegation (1 speech)
  Before calling the Leader to reply, I wish to welcome a parliamentary delegation from the national assembly of Kenya. On my own behalf and on behalf of Members of the House, I wish the...
• Order of Business (Resumed) (11 speeches)
  Senator Brian Hayes raised the issue of care of the elderly and said new legislation is promised. His remarks focused on Professor O'Neill's report and when it would be published. As is often...
• Mental Health Commission Report 2005: Statements (18 speeches)
  I welcome the publication of the Annual Report of the Mental Health Commission 2005, which includes the report of the Inspector of Mental Health Services. The report relates to the year 2005. I...
• Sea Pollution (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2003 [Seanad Bill amended by Dáil]: Report and Final Stages. (7 speeches)
  This is a Seanad Bill which has been amended by the Dáil. In accordance with Standing Order 103, it is deemed to have passed its First, Second and Third Stages in the Seanad and is placed on...
• Adjournment Matter (0 speeches)
• School Staffing (2 speeches)
  I am more comfortable discussing this subject than sea pollution, harbours, etc. because, living in County Carlow, I have not had much experience of such matters. I am not sure if the Minister of...