Seanad debates

Wednesday, 22 June 2016

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10:30
  • Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    I have received notice from Senator Neale Richmond that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:The need for the Minister for Justice and...
  • Commencement Matters (0 speeches)
    • Garda Vetting Applications (5 speeches)
      I welcome the Minister of State at the Department of Health, Deputy Finian McGrath, to the House and I wish him success and luck in his new portfolio.
    • UN Conventions Ratification (7 speeches)
      I am delighted to join the Cathaoirleach in welcoming the Minister of State. I am particularly pleased that for the first time we have a Minister of State at the Cabinet table looking at the...
    • Neuro-Rehabilitation Services (4 speeches)
      I welcome the Minister of State and congratulate him on his appointment. I want to raise the issue of the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Rochestown Avenue, Dún Laoghaire. I do not...
    • Primary Care Centres (6 speeches)
      I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Canney. I believe this is his first time here. I wish him every success with his portfolio. Senator Leyden has four minutes to address his issues and...
  • Order of Business (28 speeches)
    The Order of Business is No. 1, statements on mental health, to be taken at 12.45 p.m. and to adjourn not later than 2.30 p.m., with contributions from all Senators not to exceed six minutes; No....
  • Mental Health: Statements (24 speeches)
    I am pleased to have been appointed to this position. Mental health and, more importantly, promoting positive mental health, are close to my heart, as they are to the hearts of many in this...
  • EU-UK Relations: Statements (33 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister to the House.
  • Waste Management: Motion (269 speeches)
    I move:That Seanad Éireann resolves that Statutory Instrument No. 24 of 2016 – Waste Management (Collection Permit) (Amendment) Regulations 2016 – be annulled. Cuirim...