Seanad Reform.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 June 2004

Wednesday, 2 June 2004

Ceisteanna (40)

Mary Upton

Ceist:

26 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the Government’s views on the recommendations made by the committee on reform of the Seanad, particularly in regard to revised procedures for the election of Members; if it is intended to implement the recommendations in the report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16523/04]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (Mr. Cullen)

The report of the Sub-committee on Seanad Reform was published on 29 April 2004, and its contents are being debated in the Seanad this week. In line with undertakings already given by the Taoiseach, I intend that early consultations will take place with party representatives with a view to assessing further the feasibility of implementing the report's various recommendations.