A deal has been reached to form a government in Ireland between Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the Regional Independent Group. Some Independent TDs who are supporting the incoming government have proposed forming a technical group, prompting outrage from Opposition parties. The Ceann Comhairle has said legal advice allows for Regional Independent Group members to also ask questions from Opposition benches.
Oireachtas has said it is a matter for Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, who said legal advice allows for Regional Independent Group members to also ask questions from Opposition benches
Speaking time is essentially the amount of time a party, TD or government gets to speak before the Dáil chamber. This may include questions to the Government or a relevant minister, debate on proposed legislation or statements on events. Murphy said she would “carefully consider” the points raised and take any necessary further advice from the Office of Parliamentary Legal Advisers. Submissions must be sent on by close of business on Wednesday, January 22nd.
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