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37 Mr. M. Kitt asked the Minister for the Environment the plans, if any, he has to exclude Irish emigrants in any form voting in the election of three members of the Seanad; the further plans, if any, there are to prevent emigrants from standing as candidates in these elections; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16197/95]
101 Mr. M. Kitt asked the Minister for the Environment the progress, if any, made in deciding the eligibility of emigrants to vote in Seanad elections to elect three Senators and the eligibility of candidates for these elections. [16196/95]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 37 and 101 together.
I propose to promote debate on emigrant representation by publication shortly of the text of the proposed Constitution Amendment Bill on Votes for Emigrants, as well as outline proposals for the implementing legislation which will be required if the amendment is approved at a referendum. The consultation paper I have in mind will deal with all aspects of the matter, including eligibility to vote and to stand for election.
