Political debate over Social Welfare Bill
Senator Leyden praises independent Senators who opposed the Social Welfare Bill, prompting partisan exchanges over broken promises and responsibility for social welfare cuts.
I commend the six Taoiseach's nominees on their stand yesterday in relation to the Social Welfare Bill 2012. They acquitted themselves well with the people and are regarded as being-----
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That matter is not appropriate to the Order of Business. Do you have a question for the Leader?
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It is appropriate, a Chathaoirligh.
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The Social Welfare Bill 2012 is on the Order of Business.
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It is appropriate. The honourable Senators will make their decision in the best interests of the Irish people and in an independent manner will vote in a particular way. The public is delighted with their decision and with the independence of mind which they have shown since being elected to this Seanad. Well done.
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Those who promised that there would be no change in the respite care grant are not, in particular those who are members of the Labour Party.
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Fine Gael is doing what it always does.
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We are not discussing political parties this morning. Does the Senator have a question for the Leader?
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Some Labour Party members did not acquit themselves well yesterday. That must be admitted.