Seanad debates

Thursday, 30 November 2017

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10:30:00
  • Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    I have received notice from Senator Kevin Humphreys 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...
  • Order of Business (149 speeches)
    Before I ask the Leader to proceed with the Order of Business, I would like to acknowledge the long service of Senator David Norris who has been a Member of the House for 30 years and seven...
  • Sitting Arrangements: Motion (1 speech)
    I move:That, notwithstanding anything in the Standing Orders relative to Public Business, the Seanad shall meet at 3.30 p.m. on Tuesday, 5 December 2017 and Standing Orders 29 and 30 shall stand...
  • World AIDS Day: Statements (14 speeches)
    I thank the House for providing me with the opportunity to speak to Members on this important topic in advance of World AIDS day tomorrow, 1 December. HIV is one of the most stigmatised...
  • Health and Social Care Professionals (Amendment) Bill 2017: Committee and Remaining Stages (0 speeches)
    Sections 1 to 9, inclusive, agreed to.
  • Domestic Violence Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (14 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister of State at the Department of Justice and Equality, Deputy Stanton. Before we commence, I remind the House that a Senator may speak only once on Report Stage, except the...