Seanad debates

Tuesday, 11 June 2019

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 14:30:00
  • Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    I have received notice from Senator Colm Burke that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:The need for the Minister for Education and...
  • Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters (0 speeches)
    • Schools Refurbishment (4 speeches)
      In the context of the pressing problems arising as a result of climate change, this matter relates to giving leadership within local communities. We need to get the message across that we all...
    • School Accommodation Provision (4 speeches)
      The Minister of State, Deputy Halligan, is very welcome to the Seanad Chamber. I thank him for responding to this very important item. Newtownwhite national school is a rural school situated...
    • State Airports (4 speeches)
      I thank the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Deputy Ross, for taking the time out of his busy schedule to attend this critical debate on Shannon Airport, the entire western region and,...
  • Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    Before I call the Leader of the House on the Order of Business, I wish to announce for the information of Members that Senator Grace O'Sullivan has been elected to the European Parliament....
  • An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (73 speeches)
    A Chathaoirligh, I will reply to your opening remarks at the conclusion of the Order of Business. The Order of Business is No. 1, the Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017 - Committee Stage...
  • Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (176 speeches)
    Question again proposed: "That section 51, as amended, stand part of the Bill."
  • Gaming and Lotteries (Amendment) Bill 2019: Report and Final Stages (44 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister of State at the Department of Justice and Equality, Deputy Stanton. Before we commence, I remind Senators that a Senator may speak only once on Report Stage, except the...