asked the Minister for Local Government if it is proposed to introduce legislation to enable members of the Garda Síochána to vote at parliamentary elections; and if so, when.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Votes for Gardaí.
A proposal to amend the law so as to accord the Dáil franchise to members of the Garda Síochána is under examination in connection with proposed legislation to amend the Electoral Acts with a view to their consolidation. It is not possible at this stage to say when the legislation will be introduced.