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Seanad representation

Summary

Senator Norris raises a point of order about references to Senators’ constituencies; the Chair clarifies that Seanad Members do not represent geographical constituencies.

David P.B. Norris Senator David Norris Independent

On a point of order, the Leader referred to Members' constituencies. I have mentioned to Senator Sean D. Barrett that it is rather curious that almost all Adjournment matters refer to geographical constituencies. The Leader has said he has noticed this too. My understanding is that Senators who are nominated through the panel system represent professional bodies and so on.

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Paddy Burke An Cathaoirleach Fine Gael

There are no geographical constituencies for the Seanad.

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I mentioned "the other House".

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David P.B. Norris Senator David Norris Independent

I thought the Leader had mentioned both.

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I mentioned "this House" and "the other House".

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David P.B. Norris Senator David Norris Independent

I shall check the record. I thank the Leader. We do not have geographical constituencies for this House.

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