Richard Bruton
Question:22 Mr. R. Bruton asked the Taoiseach the plans, if any, he has to expand the role of the Presidency.
Written Answers. - Role of Presidency.
Mary Harney
Question:23 Miss Harney asked the Taoiseach the plans, if any, the Government has to review the powers of the Presidency.
I propose to take Questions Nos. 22 and 23 together.
While no proposals in this regard are being considered by the Government at present, I can assure the House that the Government will continue to accommodate the President in every way possible and to support the role of her Office.