Seanad debates

Wednesday, 29 April 2009

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach i gceannas ar 10.30
  • Business of Seanad (1 speech)
    I have received notice from Senator Fidelma Healy Eames that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, she wishes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for...
  • Order of Business (86 speeches)
    The Order of Business is No. 1, Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2009, formerly the Social Welfare Bill 2009; No. 1a, motion for earlier signature; and No. 28, Private Members' motion No. 36...
  • Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2009: Second Stage (51 speeches)
    Question proposed: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time."
  • Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2009: Committee Stage (76 speeches)
    I welcome the Minister for Social and Family Affairs back to the House.

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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.