Children's Rights Referendum

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 September 2012

Tuesday, 25 September 2012

Questions (381)

Nicky McFadden

Question:

381. Deputy Nicky McFadden asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if the upcoming children's referendum will be held on a Saturday in order to allow young people and students to exercise their vote; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40275/12]

Written answers

Minister for Children and Youth Affairs

On 18 September, the Taoiseach announced to the Dáil that the Government has finalised the wording of a constitutional amendment on the protection of children and has decided to hold a referendum on Saturday, 10 November next.