Cian O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay North, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

I add my voice to the good contributions that have been made, particularly with regard to what Senator Boyhan was saying about representation on the commission for groups that are under-represented in our democratic institutions. It is important that the commission be diverse to reflect society and groups that do not have the level of representation they should.

A number of civil society organisations have raised issues about the definition of "political purpose" and are concerned about that. Their review concludes it should apply to them and third-party organisations with respect to any involvement in election campaigns and referendums but should not apply to day-to-day campaigning work. Does the Minister of State think that can be addressed by this Bill?