Dáil Éireann Dáil Éireann is one of the houses of Oireachtas (the Irish parliament). Membership of Dáil Eireann, including the weekly schedule of business.
Ceann Comhairle This document describes the role and responsibilities of
the Ceann Comhairle, who is the chairperson of Dáil Eireann (the upper house of
the Irish parliament).
Dail Privileges This document describes the privileges of members of Dáil
Eireann and Seanad Eireann - the two houses of the Irish
parliament.
Question Time in Dail Eireann Irish members of parliament (TD's) can put oral and written
questions to the Taoiseach and Government Ministers in
Ireland.
Work of a TD in Ireland The work of a TD (Teachta Dála) in Ireland is varied and
involves attending meetings, researching and examining proposed legislation and
participating in Government Committees.
Eligibility for Membership of Dáil Eireann This document describes the eligibility criteria in order
to qualify for membership of Dáil Eireann (house of the Irish
parliament).
Dissolution of the Dáil This document describes the circumstances in which Dáil Éireann (lower house of the Irish parliament) can be dissolved.
Legislation This document describes how laws are made by the Oireachtas
(the Irish parliament).
Private Members' Bills Private Members' Bills are proposals for legislation in Ireland initiated by members of the Dáil or Seanad - the two houses of the Irish parliament.
Seanad This document describes the Seanad or Irish senate and the
eligibility criteria for becoming a Senator
Functions of the Seanad The main function of Seanad Eireann is in relation to
legislation in Ireland. What role does the Seanad have and what are its
powers?
Cathaoirleach of Seanad Éireann The Cathaoirleach (or Speaker) of Ireland's Seanad has a number of powers and responsibilities. Read more information here.
Nomination of Seanad panel candidates How candidates for the five panels that are formed in the
Seanad in advance of general elections in Ireland are
nominated.
