CC
2023-11-29 · Seanad
An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
I thank Senator Doherty. I call Senator Boylan and again wish her a happy birthday.
Mark Daly
Rhetoric & votes →On prevailing side: this member voted with the winning side in 66 of 66 decisive votes (0 abstentions excluded). Read it as a government-or-opposition indicator rather than a measure of influence — the figure is near 100% for members supporting the government of the day and near 0% for those opposing it.
Party over time
This is the point of the site: contributions keep the party held on the day, not the one held now.
| Party | Recorded as | Contributions | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| CC | Ceann Comhairle / Chair | 5,999 | 2020-06-29 – 2026-09-30 |
| FF | Fianna Fáil | 95 | 2020-03-20 – 2026-04-16 |
| ?? | Not recorded | 3 | 2020-07-30 – 2022-12-15 |
Membership spells on record: FF 2007-07-23–2011-04-25 · FF 2011-05-25–2016-04-24 · FF 2016-03-10–2020-03-29 · FF 2020-03-30–2020-06-29 · FF 2022-12-16–2025-01-29 · FF 2025-01-29–present
Record
CC
2023-11-29 · Seanad
An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
One cannot interrupt a Senator unless the Senator gives one permission. Is Senator Craughwell giving way to Senator Gavan?
CC
2023-11-29 · Seanad
An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
That is fine. Senator Craughwell, without interruption.
CC
2023-11-29 · Seanad
An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
Senator Doherty has tabled an amendment to the Order of Business: "That No. 10 be taken before No. 2". The amendment was seconded by Senator Seery Kearney. The Leader has indicated she is prepared to accept the amendment. Is the amendment agreed to? Agreed.
CC
2023-11-29 · Seanad
Misuse of Drugs (Amendment) (Control of Nitrous Oxide) Bill 2023: First Stage
When is it proposed to take Second Stage?
CC
2023-11-29 · Seanad
Misuse of Drugs (Amendment) (Control of Nitrous Oxide) Bill 2023: First Stage
Is that agreed? Agreed.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
Teachtaireacht ó Chomhchoiste - Message from Joint Committee
The Joint Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine has completed its consideration of the Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2023.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad
I have received notice from the following Senators that they propose to raise the following matters: Senator Niall Blaney - The need for the Minister for Transport to make a statement on the proposal by Transport Infrastructure Ireland to restrict lay-bys on motorways.Senator Micheál Carrigy - The need for the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to make a statement on the provision of funding to Longford County Council under the voids programme. Senator Erin McGreehan - The need for the Minister for…
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
Road Safety
I welcome to the House the Minister of State, Deputy Thomas Byrne.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
Teachtaireacht ón Dáil - Message from Dáil
Dáil Éireann passed the Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023 on 22 November 2023, which is sent herewith to Seanad Éireann for its recommendations.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy
Before I call the Leader to outline the Order of Business, I know we were all deeply saddened to hear of the death of Tras Honan, a former Cathaoirleach of Seanad Éireann. She was a native of Clonmel, County Tipperary and went on to run the family pub in County Clare for many years. She was the first woman ever elected to the then Ennis Urban District Council and also the first woman to serve as the chairperson of Clare County Council. Ms Honan's family was steeped in politics, with her husband, Derry, having been …
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
The Senator, without interruption.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
The Senator, without interruption, please.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
I am sorry; the Senator without interruption. The only time a Senator can interrupt another Senator is if he or she asks permission.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
I want to make it clear that they were charged but have not yet been tried and convicted.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
The Senator, without interruption, please.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
Death of Former Member: Motion
I ask Members to be upstanding for one minute's silence.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023: Second Stage
When is it proposed to take Committee Stage?
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023: Second Stage
Is that agreed? Agreed.
CC
2023-11-28 · Seanad
Restoration of Oireachtas Library and Reading Room: Motion
Before I call on the next speaker, I welcome Deputy John Lahart to the Gallery along with the board of the social enterprise, Partas. They are most welcome and I thank them for coming to Seanad Éireann today. I hope they enjoy their visit to Leinster House.