Seanad debates

Tuesday, 13 November 2012

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 14:30
  • Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    I have received notice from Senator Kathryn Reilly that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, she proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Health to...
  • Order of Business (112 speeches)
    The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on the new children's hospital, to be taken at 3.45 p.m. and conclude not later than 4.30 p.m., with the contributions of group spokespersons not to...
  • National Children's Hospital: Statements (10 speeches)
    I was delighted to announce that the Cabinet had accepted my recommendation to develop the new national children's hospital at the campus of St. James's Hospital in Dublin. The rejection by An...
  • The Economy: Statements (44 speeches)
    I am grateful for the opportunity to address the House on the theme of where the economy stands. The Government's policies are beginning to bear fruit and the economy is showing signs of growth,...
  • Adjournment Matters (0 speeches)
    • Hospital Staff (2 speeches)
      I am sorry to inform the House, at short notice, that I must withdraw my matter on the Adjournment but I will resubmit it tomorrow. I hope that the Minister for Health or Minister of State at...
    • Domiciliary Care Allowance (5 speeches)
      I welcome the Minister of State. Last week I raised an issue on the domiciliary care allowance with the Minister for Social Protection. When I received her reply I then sought the...
    • Garda Transport (9 speeches)
      Cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire. Tá brón orm go bhfuil mé beagáinín as anáil tar éis dom rith suas an staighre ón gcoiste. I welcome the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Alan...