Seanad debates

Tuesday, 21 October 2025

• 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 the following Senators that they propose to raise the following matters: Senator Nicole Ryan - the need for the Minister for Transport to make a statement on...
• Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters (0 speeches)
  • Rail Network (5 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Buttimer.
  • Energy Conservation (2 speeches)
    Over two years ago a pilot programme called Retrofit Ready was launched. It covered the counties of Cavan, Monaghan, Sligo and Leitrim. The aim of the initiative was to bridge the knowledge gap...
  • Planning Issues (5 speeches)
    Gabhaim buíochas leis an Cathaoirleach Gníomhach agus an Aire Stáit. I thank the Minister of State for coming in to listen to this today. As someone born and raised in...
  • National Monuments (4 speeches)
    I thank the Minister of State for coming to the Seanad today to respond to my Commencement Matter on the national monument at 14-17 Moore Street. The Minister of State may not be aware of this...
  • Irish Blood Transfusion Service (4 speeches)
    It is my first time speaking to the Minister of State and I am delighted. I thank her for coming in to discuss the critical issue of blood donations. Last week the Irish Blood Transfusion...
  • Road Projects (4 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister to the Seanad. It is my first time speaking to him on a Commencement matter. I raise the issue of funding for local improvement schemes, LIS. The LIS, as it is commonly...
• An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 speech)
  The Order of Business is No. 1, motion regarding the appointment of members to the Seanad Select Committee on EU Scrutiny and Transparency, to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of...
• Visit of Czech Delegation (1 speech)
  Before I call the next speaker, I welcome my friend, the ambassador from the Czech Republic, Pavel Vošalík. He is most welcome to Seanad Éireann today. In October of each year,...
• An tOrd Gnó (Atógáil) - Order of Business (Resumed) (26 speeches)
  I thank the Leader for being here today. I am going to raise an issue relating to an event that both he and I attended recently in Galway at Croí House. We met with Dr. Niamh Hannon and...
• Appointment of Members to the Seanad Select Committee on EU Scrutiny and Transparency: Motion (1 speech)
  I move: That, in pursuance of Standing Order No. 111A of the Standing Orders relative to Public Business, the following members be appointed to the Seanad Select Committee on EU Scrutiny and...
• Planning and Development (Exempted Development (Act of 2000)) Regulations 2025: Motion (1 speech)
  I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Regulations in draft: Planning and Development (Exempted Development (Act of 2000)) Regulations 2025, a copy of which has been laid in...
• Higher Education: Statements (21 speeches)
  I welcome the Minister. We are here to have statements and a debate on higher education with the lead Minister in this area of responsibility and expertise. He will have ten minutes to make an...
• Cost of Childcare: Motion (31 speeches)
  Cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire, an Teachta Foley.
• Housing Finance Agency (Amendment) Bill 2025: Second Stage (14 speeches)
  Question proposed: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time."