Seanad debates

Monday, 1 February 2021

Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters

 
  • School Enrolments (5 speeches)
    I thank the Cathaoirleach for selecting this Commencement matter. He selected it before Christmas but I got my days mixed up. I apologise to him for that. The Haynestown and Blackrock area,...
  • National Strategy for Women and Girls (4 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Troy. Has the consultation process begun for the new national women and girls strategy? Has a committee been put in place and what are the proposed...
  • Greenhouse Gas Emissions (4 speeches)
    I thank the Minister of State for coming to the Seanad today. I raise a crucial matter relating to Ireland's efforts to combat climate change, particularly the absolute necessity to ensure...
  • Illegal Dumping (4 speeches)
    I wish everyone a happy St. Brigid's Day. I thank the Minister, Deputy Eamon Ryan, for coming to the House to discuss this important matter. Notwithstanding the dreadful pandemic that our...
  • Arts Policy (4 speeches)
    I thank the Minister, Deputy Catherine Martin, for coming to the House and acknowledge that she is personally invested in this issue. We have seen during the course of the pandemic that the...
  • Health Services Provision (6 speeches)
    Beannachtaí Lá Fhéile Bríde oraibh go léir. I will be quick as I am sharing time with Senator Fiona O'Loughlin who has a long track record of advocating in the Dáil...