Seanad debates

Tuesday, 7 November 2023

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Leas-Chathaoirleach i gceannas ar 13:00:00
  • Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    I have received notice from the following Senators that they propose to raise the following matters: Senator John McGahon - The need for the Minister for Public Expenditure, National...
  • Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters (0 speeches)
    • Flood Risk Management (5 speeches)
      I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Joe O'Brien.
    • Health Services Provision (5 speeches)
      I thank the Minister of State for coming to the Seanad today. Earlier this year, this House passed a motion calling on the Government to provide free hormonal replacement therapy for women. My...
    • Primary Care Centres (7 speeches)
      The area and village of Drimnagh is a very distinct community within the constituency of Dublin South-Central. It has its own unique character and is led by a representative organisation called...
    • Hospital Facilities (6 speeches)
      The Minister of State is very welcome to the House this afternoon. Yesterday, the management at Cavan General Hospital issued a statement to local media requesting that non-urgent people would...
  • Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    Before I call on the Acting Leader to outline the proposed Order of Business for the day, I welcome to the Visitors Gallery Hugh McCormack and Raymond McCord senior. Raymond is no stranger to...
  • An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (52 speeches)
    I also add my voice of welcome to our distinguished guests and thank them for the work they are doing on behalf of victims. It is much appreciated. The Order of Business is No. 1, motion...
  • Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2023: Motion (1 speech)
    I move: "That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approves the following Regulations in draft: Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2023, copies of which were laid in draft form...
  • Housing For All: Statements (16 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Deputy Darragh O'Brien and I thank him for giving us his time. As agreed on the Order of Business we have 90 minutes scheduled...
  • Electoral (Amendment) (Voting at 16) Bill 2021: Second Stage (40 speeches)
    I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." I propose to share time with Senator McGreehan, who is on her way. I want to welcome representatives from the National Youth Council of...