Seanad debates

Friday, 17 October 2008

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10.30 a.m.
  • Credit Institutions (Financial Support) Act 2008: Motion (83 speeches)
    I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the terms of the draft scheme entitled Credit Institutions (Financial Support) Scheme 2008 a copy of which draft scheme was laid before Seanad Éireann on 15...

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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.