Seanad debates

Thursday, 12 July 2012

10:30 am

Photo of Darragh O'BrienDarragh O'Brien (Fianna Fail)

With respect, one hour is not sufficient. I remind Members that some weeks ago we had a good debate on a motion - which was subsequently passed by the House - seeking that the Taoiseach should include Seanad reform in the constitutional convention. For whatever reason, neither the Labour Party nor Fine Gael allowed their Senators to contribute to that debate. That is fine, particularly as they will have the opportunity later today to contribute to the debate on the motion to which I refer. The Leader is allocating one hour for the debate, with one spokesperson per group being allowed to contribute. The Sinn Féin spokesperson will have less time than other spokespersons in which to make his or her contribution. There are many Senators who wish to contribute to the debate on this matter.

Comments

No comments

Log in or join to post a public comment.