Martin Browne (Tipperary, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Before the petitioners go any further, I wish to let them know about the permanent postal or proxy vote. To apply for a permanent postal or proxy vote, one must have a valid reason. It includes the following: illness or disability, being away from home for education reasons, and being away from home for reasons of work or employment. That is the system in Northern Ireland for nominating a proxy to vote on your behalf if you are not in the country.