Seanad debates

Wednesday, 23 June 2010

10:30 am

Photo of Pat MoylanPat Moylan (Fianna Fail)

I will do so. With regard to the late starts, I have to wait outside for a considerable period. People wonder whether something is wrong with the bell but it cannot be turned off until we begin.

I have received notice from Senator Marc MacSharry that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:

The need for the Minister for Health and Children, in light of serious questions which arise from the content of documents released to Senator MacSharry under the Freedom of Information Act as directed by the Information Commissioner, to hold an independent review of governance standards in the HSE and the Health Information and Quality Authority; to give an evaluation of the relationship and interaction between both organisations; and reform of the 2004 Health Act in order to introduce some level of public accountability to our health service.

I have also received notice from Senator Nicky McFadden of the following matter:

The need for the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs to provide a lifeboat and equipment to save lives on the River Shannon in the Athlone area and its environs.

I have also received notice from Senator Paschal Donohoe of the following matter:

The need for the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport to outline the assistance she can provide to the De Paul swimming pool, Navan Road, Dublin 7.

I regard the matters raised by Senators MacSharry and McFadden as suitable for discussion on the Adjournment and they will be taken at the conclusion of business. I regret I have had to rule out of order the matter raised by Senator Donohoe as the Minister has no official responsibility in the matter.

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