Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Independent)

A number of members of the Technical Group submitted requests under Standing Order 32 yesterday on the issue of the Anglo Irish Bank bond. Those matters were ruled out of order, despite the fact that they were of specific importance, were in the public interest and required urgent consideration. We are seeking to discover why they were ruled out of order, particularly as they complied with the terms of Standing Order 32. Is the Leas-Chathaoirleach in a position to provide some guidance with regard to Standing Order 32 and why such matters could be ruled out of order? Is there an option for Members to bring forward matters under the terms of Standing Order 32?

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