Tag Archives: Ceann Comhairle

The Dáil is preparing to vote next Tuesday on a motion of confidence in Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, as the Government continues to show firm support for her position. Five opposition parties have united to submit a motion declaring that she no longer holds the confidence of all members of the chamber. This development follows accusations from the opposition that …

The ongoing dispute over Dáil speaking rights has escalated, with Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy informing Opposition party leaders that consensus on the matter appears unattainable. She emphasized that amending standing orders, which govern parliamentary procedures, is a responsibility of the Dáil and not her office, and she cannot prevent a vote on such issues. This development precedes a crucial meeting …

The Dáil reform committee deliberates this afternoon in an attempt to reach some resolution to the continuing dispute over whether a group, such as the Regional Independents, can be aligned with both the Government and the opposition. Opposition parties have written in to say they will only accept a new technical group involving Michael Lowry if it is officially part …

Independent TDs who are expected to support the upcoming government may not receive a full Cabinet position and might have to accept a super junior role instead. Following the election of Verona Murphy as Ceann Comhairle, there is some hesitation within Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael about offering a senior Cabinet position to an Independent TD. Seán Canney and Noel …

Verona Murphy Vows to Be a ‘Reforming Ceann Verona Murphy, the newly elected Ceann Comhairle, expressed her humility, honor, and privilege at assuming the role. An independent TD from Wexford, Murphy was elected by a majority vote and is the first woman to hold this position. Her election facilitates the formation of a new government coalition of Fianna Fáil, Fine …

The 34th Dáil is set to meet for the first time this morning following the recent election. A total of 174 TDs, including 66 newly elected members, will convene at Leinster House. The session begins at 10.30am with the Clerk of the Dáil, Peter Finnegan, reading the Proclamation of the Dáil. He will also report on the election writs and …

Labour leader Ivana Bacik emphasized her intent to first engage with smaller left-wing parties to establish a unified negotiating platform for forming a government. Bacik expressed enthusiasm about achieving change through collective efforts. Today, she will meet Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman, and tomorrow, Labour will have discussions with the Social Democrats, who are also scheduled to meet with Sinn …