Seanad debates

Thursday, 23 April 2015

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Leas-Chathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10:30:00
  • Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    I have notice from Senator John Whelan that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Communications,...
  • Commencement Matters (0 speeches)
    • Wind Energy Generation (4 speeches)
      I welcome the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Deputy Alex White, as the line Minister dealing with this matter. He has been very receptive at all times on the issues...
    • Garda Stations (4 speeches)
      The matter of Bailieborough Garda station has been raised in this and the other House on several occasions, as well as in the council chambers in County Cavan. A new Garda station was needed in...
    • Special Educational Needs Service Provision (2 speeches)
      With no disrespect to the Minister of State, Deputy Tom Hayes, I am grateful for his presence in the Chamber, but I am disappointed that not one of the substantial number of Ministers in the...
    • Sports Facilities Provision (4 speeches)
      I wish to raise the need for the Minister for Education and Skills to provide an update on the provision of sporting, recreational and physical education facilities at Balbriggan community...
  • Order of Business (27 speeches)
    The Order of Business is No. 1, Roads Bill 2014 - Committee and Remaining Stages to be taken at 1.15 p.m.
  • Roads Bill 2014: Committee Stage (24 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Deputy Donohoe, to the House.