Order of Business conclusion
The Cathaoirleach sought agreement to the Order of Business, Senator Leyden proposed formal congratulations to the President-elect and Vice President-elect, and the Cathaoirleach said such messages were not the norm. Senator Bacik objected, the Order of Business was concluded, and Leyden protested that she was a bad loser.
Is it agreed that the Cathaoirleach and the House should formally send congratulations to the President-elect and the Vice President-elect as opposed to on a personal basis?
Comment on this
It was proposed by me and Senator Mulherin.
Comment on this
The Leader has responded. The advice I have received is that it is not the norm for the Seanad to send messages of congratulations to foreign dignitaries.
Comment on this
In this case, I suggest it to the Leader. It has unanimous support here.
