Seanad debates

Wednesday, 10 July 2013

Parental Leave Bill 2013: Second Stage

 

2:45 pm

Photo of Martin ConwayMartin Conway (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Lynch, to the House. I understand the Government will not oppose this Bill beyond Second Stage, which is the correct approach to take. Senator White has always been to the forefront in initiating proposals. As a councillor I recall reading positive documents from her both in the area of suicide and care, entitlements and support for older people. I have been the beneficiary of some of her Lir chocolates, and I am sure the ladies in SuperValu were delighted to give her the cartons because-----

Comments

No comments

Log in or join to post a public comment.