Other Questions. - Suspension of Member.
- Suspension of Deputy Rabbitte 7 speeches
The Chair ordered Deputy Rabbitte’s suspension for gross disorder; the requested division was postponed until the following day, and Rabbitte withdrew.
Séamus Pattison, Eamon Gilmore, Deputies, Michael Ring
- Legal advice to Minister of State 3 speeches
Penrose requested a copy of the legal advice underpinning the Minister of State’s advice, while McManus and Ring made critical remarks.
Willie Penrose, Liz McManus, Michael Ring
I have been summoned by An Leas-Cheann Comhairle to deal with a matter of gross disorder. I move: "That Deputy Rabbitte be suspended from the service of the House". Is this motion opposed?
Comment on this
Under Standing Order 61 the division claimed will be postponed until before the Order of Business tomorrow. The Deputy stands suspended and must withdraw from the Chamber. He may, however, vote in that division.
Deputy Rabbitte withdrew from the Chamber.
Comment on this
A point of order does not arise at this stage. There can be no discussion on this matter. We must proceed to Question No. 83.
