The Dáil has adjourned until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
The Dáil has adjourned until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
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Billy Kelleher, MEP, discusses the threat of tariffs to global trade and the Minister of State with responsibility for EU affairs, Deputy Thomas Byrne, speaks about Ireland hosting the presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2026.
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Around the Houses | March
March saw the Houses of the Oireachtas celebrating International Women's Day, with statements taken in the Dáil to mark the day. Leaders' Questions, meanwhile, heard debate on the triple lock as part of Ireland's international policy and the cost of living.
In the Seanad, Members discussed amendments on Committee Stage of the Health (Scoliosis Treatment Services) Bill 2024.
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21 Apr 2025, 12:45
Statement by the Cathaoirleach, Senator Mark Daly, on the passing of Pope Francis
21 Apr 2025, 12:30
Statement by the Ceann Comhairle, Verona Murphy TD, on the passing of Pope Francis
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Statement from Cathaoirleach, Senator Mark Daly on the passing of Mick O’Dwyer
26 Mar 2025, 18:05
Statement by Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy TD
6 Mar 2025, 19:08
Ceann Comhairle hosts International Women’s Day 2025 event in Leinster House
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