Seanad debates

Thursday, 10 October 2002

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10.30 a.m.
  • Address by President of the European Parliament. (44 speeches)
    I wish on my own behalf and on behalf of my fellow Senators to welcome to the House Mr. Pat Cox, President of the European Parliament. Seanad Éireann has welcomed a number of distinguished...

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Seanad Éireann is the upper house of the Oireachtas. Within 90 days of its being passed by the Dáil, the Seanad may propose amendments, reject or pass a Bill. The Dáil has the power to over-ride the Seanad's rejection of a Bill. If the Bill is a 'Money Bill' and relates to government spending, the Seanad has only 21 days to consider the Bill and may not make amendments. The Seanad consists of 60 members known as Senators. They are not elected by universal franchise; you can read about the Seanad's composition here.