Waterways debate and Road Traffic Bill
The Leader confirms that the Minister will discuss Waterways Ireland and mooring charges, and explains that Road Traffic Bill amendments are expected on Report Stage.
I suggest there is more to the role of a Senator than being in the House. As we all know, many people do not attend the House on many occasions.
Senators Whelan and Kelly raised the issue of Waterways Ireland and the proposed mooring charges, which was also raised by the Leas-Chathaoirleach, or another Senator, last week. The Minister, Deputy Deenihan, will be available to come to the House after the Order of Business on Wednesday, 26 February to discuss this matter.
Senator Barrett raised the issue of the Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill 2013. The reason we arranged for Committee and Remaining Stages to be taken is that so few amendments remain. I will accede to Senator Barrett's request to complete only Committee Stage today and will amend the Order of Business accordingly.
Comment on this
I presume that quite a number of amendments will be tabled on Report Stage, which we will probably deal with next week.
I am afraid I cannot provide any help on the matter of the appointment of the US ambassador to Ireland because it is a matter for the President of the US, and I cannot speak for him.
