Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 6 Oct 1999

Vol. 508 No. 4

Written Answers. - Honours Systems.

Ruairí Quinn

Question:

37 Mr. Quinn asked the Taoiseach the proposals, if any, the Government is considering for an honours system; the consultation process he will have regarding this system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18902/99]

The Taoiseach

The Deputy will be aware that I have written to the main Opposition party leaders and have sent them a discussion paper on this topic. Discussions with the parties will commence as soon as representatives have been nominated by them for that purpose.