Seanad Reform

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 March 2019

Tuesday, 5 March 2019

Ceisteanna (87)

Robert Troy

Ceist:

87. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Taoiseach the status of the work of the Seanad reform implementation group, in particular its considerations on the extension of Seanad election voting rights to additional third-level institutions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10314/19]

Freagraí scríofa

The Taoiseach

The Seanad Reform Implementation Group chaired by Senator McDowell submitted its report to me on 20 December 2018. The Report was also published online and copies of the report were distributed to all members of the Oireachtas.

The Report will be considered by Government shortly.