Seanad debates

Tuesday, 23 March 2010

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 14.30 p.m.
  • Business of Seanad. (1 speech)
    I have received notice from Senator Paudie Coffey that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Transport to...
  • Order of Business. (151 speeches)
    The Order of Business is No. 1, Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010 - Report Stage, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business, and No. 2, statements on...
  • Energy (Biofuel Obligation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2010: Report Stage. (27 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister, Deputy Eamon Ryan. I remind Senators that a Member may speak only once on Report Stage, except the proposer of an amendment who may reply to the discussion on it. Each...
  • Mental Health: Statements. (34 speeches)
    ): I am glad to have this opportunity to come to the House to speak about mental health and, in particular, the Government reform programme, A Vision for Change. A Vision for Change is a seven...
  • Adjournment Matters. (0 speeches)
  • Marine Safety. (11 speeches, 1 comment)
    I welcome the Minister of State to hear the Adjournment matter on this very important and emotive issue for all citizens who live in the south-east region. No one knows when an accident or...
  • Obesity Levels. (5 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister of State and thank the Cathaoirleach for allowing me to address this motion on the Adjournment. There is a need to draw up a plan to combat obesity which is reaching...