David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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Question 138: To ask the Taoiseach the number of times and dates when the working group on Dáil Reform has met since it was established; the proposals it has put forward; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9045/10]

Pat Carey (Dublin North West, Fianna Fail)
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The Government established a Working Group on Dáil Reform in 2009, comprising Minister Dempsey, Minister Ahern, Senator Dan Boyle and myself as Government Chief Whip. The Group has met on 5 occasions (12th February, 3rd March, 11th March, 17th June and 1st July, 2009).

Proposals regarding the length of Dáil terms, the timetabling of business and areas were submitted to the Government in June 2009.

Following Government approval they were brought to the sub-Committee on Dáil Reform of the Committee of Privilege and Procedures for consideration. No final decisions have yet been taken but discussion on the proposals is continuing.