Séamus Healy (Tipperary, Workers and Unemployed Action Group) | Oireachtas source

A series of important amendments have been ruled out of order, which makes a complete nonsense of the Oireachtas. The rule which states Members may not submit amendments which might effect an increase, or even a decrease, in the financial charge on the Exchequer is extraordinary and should be reviewed. In fact, it should be taken out altogether because it inhibits reasonable, proper and open debate on Bills brought before the House.

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