Planning for Constitutional Change Bill 2026
Public bill · Private Member · Introduced
Aimed at planning for the possibility of Irish constitutional change and eventual reunification, the measure would require the Taoiseach to publish a Green Paper setting out possible policy questions and options, after consulting widely with parties, civil society, experts and, in particular, unionist and Protestant communities. It would also set up a Citizens’ Assembly to examine the issues, and require regular reports to the Oireachtas on progress. The point is to create an official, structured public discussion before any future change.
Formal long title
Bill entitled an Act to provide for planning and preparation for the possibility of constitutional change on the island of Ireland, in accordance with the right of self-determination of the people of the island of Ireland as recognised by the British-Irish Agreement Act 1999 and as provided for in the Multi-Party Agreement reached at Belfast on the 10th day of April 1998; to require the Taoiseach to prepare and publish a Green Paper; to provide for the convening of a Citizens’ Assembly from within such resources as are available under the Vote for the Department of the Taoiseach; to require periodic reporting to the Houses of the Oireachtas on progress; and to provide for related matters.
Last updated 9 July 2026
- Mary Lou McDonald Primary
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