Seanad debates

Wednesday, 6 July 2016

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Leas-Chathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10:30:00
  • Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    I have received notice from Senator John O’Mahony that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:The need for the Minister for...
  • Commencement Matters (0 speeches)
    • Naval Service Vessels (4 speeches)
      I thank the Cathaoirleach for selecting this matter and the Minister of State for his attendance. I request that the decommissioned Naval Service vessel LE Aislingbe donated to the people of...
    • Water Services Infrastructure (4 speeches)
      I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Damien English, to the House. I am seeking clarification and a commitment from Irish Water to allay residents’ fears with regard to systems...
    • Military Aircraft (5 speeches)
      I welcome the Minister. I have detailed a list of US military aircraft which landed at or overflew Shannon Airport between 4 June and 12 June. This list is by no means complete and only...
    • Food Safety Standards (6 speeches)
      I thank the Minister for attending and I congratulate him on his appointment. I am sure he is delighted. The Minister will be more concerned than most about the reputation of Irish beef, lamb...
  • Order of Business (94 speeches, 1 comment)
    With the Leader's indulgence, I did not reach four Senators yesterday because of time constraints. I will call them immediately after the leaders.
  • Communications, Climate Action and the Environment: Statements (36 speeches)
    This is my first time in 19 years to address the Seanad. I am delighted to be back in the Chamber as the Minister with responsibility for communications, climate action and the environment....
  • Farm Safety: Statements (19 speeches)
    I congratulate the Cathaoirleach on his appointment and wish him an equally long tenure. I am grateful for the opportunity to speak on the issue of farm safety. While my colleague, the Minister...
  • Competition (Amendment) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (48 speeches)
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Seanad Éireann is the upper house of the Oireachtas. Within 90 days of its being passed by the Dáil, the Seanad may propose amendments, reject or pass a Bill. The Dáil has the power to over-ride the Seanad's rejection of a Bill. If the Bill is a 'Money Bill' and relates to government spending, the Seanad has only 21 days to consider the Bill and may not make amendments. The Seanad consists of 60 members known as Senators. They are not elected by universal franchise; you can read about the Seanad's composition here.