David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)

Following this morning's events, I expect the Chief Whip will make copious notes about how Dáil reform would improve the House, the most ineffectual and weak Parliament in Europe. The Oireachtas does not work and Deputies are frustrated. When will Dáil reform be proposed?

The programme for Government includes a promise to establish an independent electoral commission. Why is it not mentioned in the legislative programme? Will legislation be published in this are and, if so, when?

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