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Mr John O'Dowd: Assembly records
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Thank you, a Leas-Cheann Comhairle I thank the Members who have contributed to the debate. I also put on record my thanks to the Committee for Finance and the other Committees that were involved in the scrutiny of the Bill. It is worth noting that, although we, as legislators in this Chamber, are criticised for not…
I beg to move amendment No 1: First, I thank my Executive colleagues for their contributions to the Bill and their agreement that I bring forward my proposed amendments. I also thank the Finance Committee and, indeed, the other Committees that have undertaken detailed scrutiny of the Bill. I believe that it is worth…
Go raibh maith agat, a Phríomh-LeasCheann Comhairle. I thank Members for their welcome contributions to today's debate on the Marriage and Civil Partnership Bill. As I said at the outset, the Bill has been developed through a process of research, analysis and public consultation. Its proposals on the minimum age for…
I beg to move I am pleased to move the Second Stage debate on the Bill. The changes that it includes will be beneficial for our citizens and make important reforms to the current law on marriage and civil partnerships. The first of those changes relates to the age at which a person can marry or form a civil…
Cancellation of Summer Schemes in Special Schools That this Assembly expresses grave concern that the Education Authority has announced the cancellation of summer schemes in special schools in 2026 due to concerns about healthcare provision for participating children; recognises that these schemes provide a lifeline…
For the record, I am speaking as an MLA for Upper Bann. I thank Eóin for bringing forward the Adjournment debate this evening. I also pay tribute to the many A1 campaigners, including Monica and Ciara, who have kept the issue on the agenda, despite their heartbreak. I am sure that it has been very difficult for them…