Dáil debates

Wednesday, 25 June 2008

11:00 am

Photo of Bernard AllenBernard Allen (Cork North Central, Fine Gael)

The Taoiseach uttered words we could support but we only had five hours last week to debate the referendum, during which I had a minute and a half. The Forum on Europe needs to be revamped and reformed, as it is a glorified talking shop comprising the in crowd meeting in the confines of the grandiose setting of Dublin Castle. It should be more relevant to the people. The Taoiseach should seriously examine the forum and revamp it. The Seanad, in the context of its reform, should be given a greater role in dealing with European affairs by inviting Commissioners to the House and giving it real work to do along with support for legislative work. There is huge potential in the context of Seanad and Dáil reform. Rather than talk about it, the Taoiseach should do it.

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