Joanna Tuffy (Labour)

People like Senator Norris have brought about changes in legislation and it is this tendency in the Seanad to take a broader view that could allow us to fulfil this role very well. It would provide for civil engagement with the Seanad and the right of public access to this Parliament. I urge the Leader to take this proposal on board. I have previously raised the issue of the need to allow councillors and university graduates to engage with the Seanad and the right to petition would grant this.