Proposed Legislation

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 23 January 2013

Wednesday, 23 January 2013

Ceisteanna (55)

Michael Moynihan

Ceist:

55. Deputy Michael Moynihan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans regarding legislation for Oireachtas inquiries; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2822/13]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform

As the Deputy will be aware, at its meeting of 31 October, the Government approved the drafting, as a matter of priority of the Houses of the Oireachtas (Inquiries, Privileges and Procedures) Bill 2012 with a view to its early enactment.

This legislation will provide a comprehensive statutory framework for inquiries carried out by the House(s) of the Oireachtas consistent with the current constitutional framework.

The drafting process is currently at an advanced stage and I wish to advise the Deputy that the Houses of the Oireachtas (Inquiries Privileges and Procedures) Bill 2012 is expected to be published in the spring session.

Question No. 56 answered with Question No. 39.