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# ceann-comhairle - Thursday 20 February, 2020
Seán Ó Fearghaíl has been re-elected Ceann Comhairle of Dáil Éireann
Ó Feargháil received 130 votes with Independent TD Denis Naughten receiving 28 votes.
These two politicians want the job of keeping order in the next Dáil
The Ceann Comhairle will be tasked with sorting out rows in the Dáil, and there’s been a few.
The 33rd Dáil is meeting today for the first time - here's how it will play out
A new Ceann Comhairle is expected to be elected today – but we’re unlikely to see a new Taoiseach.
# ceann-comhairle - Monday 17 February, 2020
Here's who is in the mix for the job of keeping order in the next Dáil
Social Democrats TD Catherine Murphy is not ruling herself out of the running for Ceann Comhairle.
# ceann-comhairle - Monday 3 February, 2020
Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl asked that €7,700 Rolex watch gifted by UAE be donated
The Rolex had been given to the Ceann Comhairle by the President of the Federal National Council of the UAE, Dr Amal Al Qubaisi.
# ceann-comhairle - Wednesday 6 November, 2019
TDs secure permission to challenge decision to refuse 'money message' motion
The High Court granted the permission today.
# ceann-comhairle - Tuesday 5 November, 2019
Dáil suspended after argument breaks over ‘undemocratic’ money message veto
More than 50 opposition bills have been blocked, despite having majority support in the Dáil chamber.
# ceann-comhairle - Thursday 24 October, 2019
'Deep regret and sincere apologies': Fianna Fáil TDs at centre of voting controversy apologise in the Dáil
The Dáil Committee on Procedure published a report today into the row.
# ceann-comhairle - Tuesday 22 October, 2019
TDs must be in designated seats for Dáil votes to take place for time being, Ceann Comhairle says
Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl addressed the Dáil on the matter before Leaders’ Questions today.
# ceann-comhairle - Thursday 22 August, 2019
Ceann Comhairle's office splashes out almost €6,000 on new set of crockery for Oireachtas dining room
The fancy dinner service is used when entertaining visiting delegations.
# ceann-comhairle - Sunday 9 June, 2019
Ceann Comhairle apologises to Angela Kerins over PAC treatment
In March the Supreme Court ruled the PAC acted unlawfully in its questioning of the former Rehab CEO.
# ceann-comhairle - Monday 8 April, 2019
Ceann Comhairle likely unable to keep Rolex given to him by UAE official
The watch, believed to be worth close to €8,000, may be sold and the money used for charitable purposes.
# ceann-comhairle - Wednesday 17 October, 2018
John 'The Bull’ O’Donoghue wants on the Fianna Fáil ticket in next year's local elections
O’Donoghue resigned as Ceann Comhairle in 2009 following an expenses controversy.
# ceann-comhairle - Tuesday 8 May, 2018
Alan Kelly says his questions about the Department of Justice are going unanswered
The Labour TD said the refusal to answer his ‘legitimate’ questions is ‘undemocratic’.
# ceann-comhairle - Monday 14 August, 2017
'Hello, I'm in the Dáil': TDs to be banned from making calls in the chamber
TDs will still be allowed use social media while in the Dáil chamber.
# ceann-comhairle - Friday 21 July, 2017
Ceann Comhairle establishes expert forum on Dáil privilege
The announcement comes following comments made by TD Paul Murphy about garda testimonies during the Jobstown trial.
# ceann-comhairle - Friday 14 July, 2017
Paul Murphy sends letter claiming he was 'defamed' by the Taoiseach
“You were acquitted but that doesn’t mean your behaviour was right.”
# ceann-comhairle - Thursday 13 July, 2017
Paul Murphy's comments about gardaí to be referred to Oireachtas committee
The Solidarity TD has accused gardaí of lying under oath during the recent Jobstown trial.
# ceann-comhairle - Sunday 21 May, 2017
'Like he slept in his clothes for a week' - no punches pulled in Dáil dress code complaints
TheJournal.ie has gained access to all public complaints to the Ceann Comhairle regarding the standard of dress in Dáil Éireann.
# ceann-comhairle - Tuesday 2 May, 2017
Two TDs say they will break Dáil rules and refuse to stand during the daily prayer
It’s proposed a 30-second moment of silence will take place after the daily prayer.
# ceann-comhairle - Thursday 23 March, 2017
'You're trying to shut down discussion': Dáil suspended after Bríd Smith raises Halawa case
The Ceann Comhairle said her contribution was not relevant to the current session.
# ceann-comhairle - Wednesday 22 March, 2017
Dáil report shows 'pixie hats and turtleneck jumpers' unacceptable dress for foreign parliaments
The Dáil Committee on Procedure is set to discuss the matter of a Dáil dress code in private session this evening.
# ceann-comhairle - Monday 9 January, 2017
'Future of Irish-Egyptian relations rests on Ibrahim Halawa decision': Ceann Comhairle
A delegation of eight Irish TDs are in Egypt to try and negotiate Halawa’s release.
# ceann-comhairle - Monday 17 October, 2016
'Examining the dress code of other parliaments is ridiculous'
The dress attire of politicians in the Dáil was raised at a recent committee meeting.
# ceann-comhairle - Friday 8 July, 2016
The Dáil was left waiting for 39 minutes today after too few TDs turned up
The Ceann Comhairle criticised TDs while Joan Burton called on Government chief whip Regina Doherty to apologise.
# ceann-comhairle - Saturday 14 May, 2016
Outgoing Dáil Chairmen paid €17,626 in February and March, despite overseeing just four hours of debate
As Ceann Comhairle and Leas Ceann Comhairle, Seán Barrett and Michael Kitt continued to be paid salary and expenses, even when the Dáil was broken up for the election.
# ceann-comhairle - Tuesday 8 March, 2016
What exactly happens when the new Dáil sits on Thursday?
It’s all change in Leinster House following the election. So what happens now?
# ceann-comhairle - Thursday 3 March, 2016
These are the TDs in the mix for one of the most important jobs in the new Dáil
Before they try to elect a Taoiseach, TDs will have to elect a new Ceann Comhairle next week.
# ceann-comhairle - Wednesday 9 December, 2015
Instead of being kicked out, Peter Mathews was just completely ignored in the Dáil today
The independent TD’s spat with the Ceann Comhairle rumbles on.
# ceann-comhairle - Wednesday 25 November, 2015
Peter Mathews has just been kicked out of the Dáil again
The independent TD was ordered out of the Dáil for the second time in two weeks this afternoon.
# ceann-comhairle - Wednesday 11 November, 2015
Peter Mathews was thrown out of the Dáil and given an unusual punishment earlier
The independent TD’s refusal to stop talking landed him in trouble today.
# ceann-comhairle - Wednesday 24 June, 2015
'I'm not entirely ignorant': Gerry Adams had another run-in with the Ceann Comhairle earlier
“I wish you wouldn’t interrupt my flow.”
# ceann-comhairle - Wednesday 10 June, 2015
Have you paid your water charges bill? Paul Murphy thinks most people haven't...
The AAA TD has accused the government of “hiding” the figures.
# ceann-comhairle - Tuesday 3 February, 2015
'In the heat of the moment': Seán Barrett withdraws claim opposition out to undermine him
Earlier, Sinn Féin’s leader said the dispute was deflecting from the real issue.
Missed last night's water charge deadline? No problem, it seems
Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening in Irish politics right now…
# ceann-comhairle - Friday 30 January, 2015
That big row which led to the Dáil walkout is getting bigger (and now Shatter's involved)
Ceann Comhairle Seán Barrett has defended his decision not have a debate on an inquiry into Garda malpractice last Wednesday.
# ceann-comhairle - Wednesday 28 January, 2015
Here's why all of the opposition TDs walked out of the Dáil today...
Fianna Fáil, Sinn Féin and others held a press conference outside Leinster House after a dramatic walkout.
# ceann-comhairle - Saturday 24 January, 2015
Sorry Pat, the Ceann Comhairle says he's in it until the end
Suggestions that Pat Rabbitte could replace Seán Barrett have been shot down.
# ceann-comhairle - Tuesday 30 December, 2014
The Ceann Comhairle has called for the whip to be dropped on issues on conscience
Speaking to The Irish Times, the Ceann Comhairle expressed his views specifically in relation to the Eight Amendment.
# ceann-comhairle - Saturday 20 December, 2014
Gerry Adams wants Sean Barrett to meet with him over ongoing issues
The Sinn Féin leader said he has been writing to Barrett for “months”.
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Poll: Do you welcome new garda powers for restricting movement during Covid-19 crisis?
GARDAÍ HAVE NEW powers to arrest and detain members of the public who flout the advice of the public health authorities during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Cabinet members signed off on the measures yesterday, and they were signed by Health Minister Simon Harris, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and the Attorney General last night.
Measures in place at present mean members of the public must stay at home, except to gather essential goods, to provide essential care, or to get a brief spell of exercise within 2km of their home.
However, some people are not abiding by these guidelines and authorities are worried more people will flout the guidelines over the Easter weekend.
Those convicted under the new rules could face a maximum of six months in prison or a fine of €2,500.
We want to know: Do you welcome the new garda powers for restricting movement during the Covid-19 crisis?
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