Patricia Ryan
Ceist:5. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Taoiseach if he will convene a citizens' assembly to discuss a shorter working week. [13534/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 30 June 2020
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The Programme for Government provides for establishment of Citizens' Assemblies to consider: the type of directly elected mayor and local government structures best suited to Dublin; matters relating to drugs use; Biodiversity; and the future of education.
There are no plans at present for a Citizens' Assembly to consider the matter of a shorter working week.
A Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality was approved by Dáil Éireann on 9 July and Seanad Éireann on 11 July, 2019. Ms. Catherine Day was appointed Chair of the Assembly and the inaugural meeting was held on 25th of January 2020.