Seanad debates

Wednesday, 15 November 2006

3:00 pm

Photo of Mary O'RourkeMary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Jim Walsh commended Senators for their work on the Article 35.4.1° of the Constitution and section 39 of the Courts of Justice Act 1924 committee and referred to measures in other jurisdictions. Senator Coghlan also praised the work of the committee. He mentioned the Bank of Ireland dispute.

Senator Mansergh commended the Article 35.4.1° of the Constitution and section 39 of the Courts of Justice Act 1924 committee. He also called for debates on Leas Cross and the Rossport five. It would be a good idea to have a debate on the Rossport five but we need to know something about it, because we do not know much at the moment. Perhaps the Leas-Chathaoirleach knows more, as he is from Mayo. I am looking around for other Senators who may be of help.

Senator Feargal Quinn raised next Sunday's UN day of remembrance for those who have died in road accidents. I commend Charlie Bird, which I do not do often. Once a month he produces a list of all those who died on the roads in the previous month, giving their names, ages and date of death. It is very chilling and very effective.

Senator Dardis praised the chairman of the Joint Committee on Article 35.4.1° of the Constitution and Section 39 of the Courts of Justice Act 1924, Deputy O'Donovan. He also referred to the need for a judicial counsel and looked forward to future legislation in this regard.

Senator Terry has been consistent in her interest in pensions.

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