Mick Barry
Question:209. Deputy Mick Barry asked the Taoiseach if he will report on the work of the parliamentary liaison unit within his Department. [38139/22]
View answerTuesday, 12 July 2022
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The Parliamentary Liaison Unit in my Department assists Government in its relationship with the Oireachtas. It works with the Office of the Government Chief Whip on issues that arise at the Business Committee and the Committee on Dáil Reform and Standing Orders, including Dáil reform proposals and amendments to Standing Orders.
The Unit supports the Office of the Government Chief Whip in the implementation of the Government’s Legislation Programme.
In addition, the Unit assists the Office of the Leader of the Green Party in work relating to Cabinet, Cabinet Committees and oversight of the implementation of the Programme for Government.
In carrying out these duties, it provides detailed information on upcoming matters in the Dáil and Seanad; highlights any new Oireachtas reform issues and provides assistance in engaging with the new processes arising from Dáil reform.
The Unit is staffed by 3.5 whole time equivalent staff; 1 Principal Officer, 1 Administrative Officer, 0.5 Higher Executive Officer and 1 Clerical Officer.