Seanad debates

Thursday, 12 July 2012

Electoral (Amendment)(No. 2) Bill 2012: Committee and Remaining Stages

 

4:00 pm

Photo of Phil HoganPhil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)

The Senator has suggested that the outcome of the convention will be largely determined by whom the political parties appoint from the Oireachtas. It will also consist of 66 members of the public and I respect them and their views. It will not be politically driven. The politicians present may have strong views but the members of the public will also be present and they are entitled to their say. They may dilute the excessive arguments that may arise on either sides when debating sensitive issues.

I hope for the widest possible participation from the diaspora. There will be arrangements made for their involvement via a website, through the embassies and the community groups who will be alerted about the constitutional convention. If Senator Mooney wishes to make representations on their behalf he can do so via the Tánaiste.

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