And the session begun predictably after huddle of prayership
Fergal Quinn on his feet asking why the Seanad is scheduled to speak on the expiry dates of gift vouchers tomorrow instead of speaking on the budget.
Quinn appealed to the Labour party to support it
Alex White on his feet -
Says that the Leader has control to shape the discussion. Another bout of soul-searching. This really does underpin so much discussion in Seanad.
We've had horse bolted calls for saving cash following Prime Time - Norris on his feet about children's rights
Damn.. had unscheduled meeting!
Did I miss much about the deep sea dumping? Was "swimming with the fishes" recast as something even more juicy?
And we're back with the Criminal Procedure Bill 2009 (Report stage)
Interesting to note the Amdt that are being accepted following committee stage..
Bacik is the only body in the House bringing forward the Amdts.
As expected Amdt 11 was defeated - 20 to 27 votes..
The double jeopardy rule is intriguing..
is attending a meeting in East Wall on the Dublin Underground Dart.
Voting done.. the Níls have it
on Amdt 16
Apologies on the delayed moderation..
And the House is adjourned until 10:30 in the morning !
G'night all and thanks for popping by
Any interest in the Matters for Adjournment?
Cecilia Keaveney speaks on the subject of domestic violence
Minister Hanafin addressing the Seanad
While it's nice to hear the Minister say that more work needs to be done, how does she forsee that this can be achieved in the light of tomorrow's Budget?
The Cabinet have been briefed on the Budget. It would be interesting to see how much of the support services for those who have suffered domestic abuse, has been cut for the coming year.
A lot of FF Donegal Senators on their feet tonight.
We're talking sewage schemes
Oh dear. Dental Treatment Scheme and Mullen.
I bet there's a pro-life poke her
here*
And * now * the chamber is adjourned!
Night all!
