Dáil
‹ Order of Business Standing Order restricting Order of Business
Summary
Martin argues that the Standing Order preventing Members from raising issues during votes is anti-democratic and should be reviewed.
On a point of order, the Standing Order which eliminates the opportunity to have an Order of Business because of the calling of votes is reprehensible. It was slipped in by way of Dáil reform measures and needs to be reviewed and changed, as it is anti-democratic and does not give Members of the House a fair opportunity on a Wednesday morning to raise issues of importance. It is bringing the House into disrepute. Its only purpose is to serve the Government parties and prevent issues from being aired and articulated.