Seanad debates

Thursday, 16 May 2024

• Prelude (0 speeches)
  Chuaigh an Leas-Chathaoirleach i gceannas ar 09:30
• Teachtaireacht ón Dáil - Message from Dáil (1 speech)
  Dáil Éireann passed the Future Ireland Fund and Infrastructure, Climate and Nature Fund Bill 2024 on 15 May 2024, to which the agreement of Seanad Éireann is desired.
• 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 Eugene Murphy - the need for the Minister for Health to make a statement on the...
• Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters (0 speeches)
  • Primary Care Centres (6 speeches)
    I welcome Minister of State, Deputy Burke to the Chamber. The first Commencement matter is in the name of Senator Murphy.
  • Dental Services (6 speeches)
    My Commencement matter this morning relates to a crucial issue that affects many parents throughout the country who have kids with additional needs. The simple act of a routine dental...
  • Education Policy (7 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Chambers. Senator O'Reilly would like him to outline the continuing professional development provided to teachers to enable them to identify and support...
  • Disability Services (5 speeches)
    I thank the Cathaoirleach for choosing this matter. I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Chambers, to the Seanad this morning. The motorised transport grant was a means-tested payment for...
• An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (19 speeches)
  I congratulate Senator Garret Ahearn on his promotion to Acting Leader.
• Eighteenth Report on the Committee of Selection: Motion (1 speech)
  I move: That the Eighteenth Report of the Committee of Selection be laid before Seanad Éireann.
• Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Human Trafficking) Bill 2023: Second Stage (14 speeches)
  Question proposed: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time."