Detailed schedule

Commencement Matters

Order of Business

SOS

Private Members’ Business: Motion re Higher Education

Seanad adjourns

Commencement Matters

Order of Business

Motion(s) without debate: Motion re Report of the Committee on Parliamentary Privileges and Oversight on Orders of Reference and Establishment of Committees

SOS

Government Business: Motion re Proposed approval by Seanad Éireann for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2015/848 on insolvency proceedings

Seanad adjourns

Commencement Matters

Order of Business

Motion(s) without debate

- Report of the Committee of Selection

- Motion re the Appointment of ordinary members of the Houses of the Oireachtas Commission

- Motion re the appointment of members to the Joint Committee on the Irish Language, Gaeltacht and Irish-speaking Community

- Motion re the appointment of members to the Joint Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen

SOS

Government Business: Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Bill 2024 — Committee and remaining Stages

Private Members’ Business: Parole (Special Advocates) Bill 2024 — Second Stage

Seanad adjourns

Commencement Matters

Order of Business

Motion(s) without debate: Motion re the Second Report of the Committee on Parliamentary Privileges and Oversight

SOS

Government Business: Statements to mark Biodiversity Week

SOS

Private Members’ Business: Public Health (Restriction on Sale of Stimulant Drinks to Children) Bill 2025 — Second Stage

Seanad adjourns

Commencement Matters

Order of Business

SOS

Government Business: Statements to mark Mental Health Awareness Week

Seanad adjourns

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

[SL]A look back on some of the main events in the past month

Questions asked of Ministers in the Dáil

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

A fascinating film highlighting the events prior to and the key people involved in the lead up to the first Dáil on 21st January 1919

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

[SL]A look back on some of the main events in the past month

Beidh Seán Ó Cuirreáin ag plé staid reatha na Gaeltachta agus cad atá i ndán dóibh amach anseo. Le aíonna Sorcha Ní Chéilleachair, Dónall Ó Cnáimhsí agus Eibhlín Ní Lionaird

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

Coverage of Statements made in the Seanad on specific matters of national or international interest.

OTV presents an EU special from the April Plenary in Strasbourg

Motions are proposed to the House and Members then debate the merits of the motion. Motions can be decided upon by consensus or by vote

An unprecedented look behind the scenes of a general election. This Loosehorse documentary for Oireachtas TV shows how Ireland comes together to run fair and free elections and how citizens engage with the process and make their decisions at the ballot box.

Coverage of Statements made in the Seanad on specific matters of national or international interest.

The story of stained-glass artist Harry Clark's ill-fated masterpiece, commissioned by the Free State Government to be presented to the International Labour Court in Geneva in 1930 – only for it to be shelved once ministers saw its contents. Presented by Ardal O'Hanlon.

Coverage of the 2024 National Bravery Awards Ceremony, held in Farmleigh House on 8th November 2024

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, TD hosts an event in Leinster House to commemorate International Women's Day

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

OTV presents an EU special from the April Plenary in Strasbourg

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

The Dáil considers proposals made to it by the Business Committee on the agenda of business to be taken in the Chamber

Where the Taoiseach, as Head of a Government Department, answers questions on those areas for which he has administrative responsibility.

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Questions can be on the taking of business which has been promised, matters of public policy or administration, making of secondary legislation, or when Bills or other documents needed in the House will be circulated

Live Broadcast from the Seanad.

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

This committee works to ensure accountability and transparency in the way Government departments and agencies allocate, spend and manage their finances

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

Coverage of the business proposed by a Senator and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

Where Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Coverage of the debates on matters submitted by Senators which is topical either nationally or local to a specific area and which is replied to by a Member of the Government

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

The story of stained-glass artist Harry Clark's ill-fated masterpiece, commissioned by the Free State Government to be presented to the International Labour Court in Geneva in 1930 – only for it to be shelved once ministers saw its contents. Presented by Ardal O'Hanlon.

The Taoiseach answers questions put to him by Members on legislative or policy areas for which he has specific administrative responsibility.

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, TD hosts an event in Leinster House to commemorate International Women's Day

Coverage of the debates on matters submitted by Senators which is topical either nationally or local to a specific area and which is replied to by a Member of the Government

Coverage of the business proposed by a Senator and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

The theme of this year’s event is ‘Enhancing Participation in Public Life and Politics’ with an emphasis on the inclusion of more young people, women and those from diverse backgrounds

A presentation by Dr Brian Lacey, archaeologist and historian

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

When Deputies who submitted questions to a Minister of Government on issues for which that Minister has specific administrative responsibility receive the replies in the Chamber

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

This committee works to ensure accountability and transparency in the way Government departments and agencies allocate, spend and manage their finances

The Taoiseach answers questions put to him by Members on legislative or policy areas for which he has specific administrative responsibility.

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, TD hosts an event in Leinster House to commemorate International Women's Day

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

A look back on some of the main events in the past month

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

Pléifidh painéal a bhfuil taithí mhór acu i saol na cumarsáide an caidreamh idir polaiteoirí agus an preas i ndíospóireacht le Seán Ó Cuirreáin i Leabharlann Thithe an Oireachtais, Teach Laighean

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Where Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

A look back on some of the main events in the past month

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Where the business to be transacted in the Dáil for the coming week is introduced and to agreed by the House.

Where the Taoiseach, as Head of a Government Department, answers questions on those areas for which he has administrative responsibility.

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Questions can be on the taking of business which has been promised, matters of public policy or administration, making of secondary legislation, or when Bills or other documents needed in the House will be circulated

Live Broadcast from the Seanad.

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

A period set aside for the taking of votes on motions that have been previously debated.

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Questions can be on the taking of business which has been promised, matters of public policy or administration, making of secondary legislation, or when Bills or other documents needed in the House will be circulated

Flor MacCarthy is joined by a panel of guests to discuss Ireland’s neutrality and the current state of British-Irish relations

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Where Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Coverage of the debates on matters submitted by Senators which is topical either nationally or local to a specific area and which is replied to by a Member of the Government

Members can examine key legislation and policy areas under the remit of the Department and its agencies

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

The Taoiseach answers questions put to him by Members on legislative or policy areas for which he has specific administrative responsibility.

Coverage of the debates on matters submitted by Senators which is topical either nationally or local to a specific area and which is replied to by a Member of the Government

Coverage of the business proposed by a Senator and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

When Deputies who submitted questions to a Minister of Government on issues for which that Minister has specific administrative responsibility receive the replies in the Chamber

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

The Taoiseach answers questions put to him by Members on legislative or policy areas for which he has specific administrative responsibility.

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

A look back on some of the main events in the past month

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

A look back on some of the main events in the past month

Questions asked of Ministers in the Dáil

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Where Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

A look back on some of the main events in the past month

Live Broadcast from Oireachtas Committees.

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Where the business to be transacted in the Dáil for the coming week is introduced and to agreed by the House.

Where the Taoiseach, as Head of a Government Department, answers questions on those areas for which he has administrative responsibility.

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Questions can be on the taking of business which has been promised, matters of public policy or administration, making of secondary legislation, or when Bills or other documents needed in the House will be circulated

Where the Taoiseach, as Head of a Government Department, answers questions on those areas for which he has administrative responsibility.

Live Broadcast from the Seanad.

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

A period set aside for the taking of votes on motions that have been previously debated.

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

Questions can be on the taking of business which has been promised, matters of public policy or administration, making of secondary legislation, or when Bills or other documents needed in the House will be circulated

Live Broadcast from the Seanad.

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings