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TDs get permission to challenge Ceann Comhairle's decision in court

Summary

Four TDs – Brid Smith, Richard Boyd Barrett, Gino Kenny and Paul Murphy – have obtained permission from the High Court to challenge the Ceann Comhairle's refusal to place a motion on the Dáil order paper. The motion, submitted by Deputy Smith, seeks to prevent the Government from blocking opposition bills by withholding a "money message" that would allow them to proceed through the legislative process. The TDs argue that over 50 opposition bills have been blocked and that the Ceann Comhairle's decision infringes their constitutional rights and the European Convention on Human Rights. Mr Justice Garrett Simons granted permission to bring judicial proceedings, noting the claim was arguable, but declined to issue a temporary injunction or alter the Dáil's order of business. The case will be heard in full on a date to be fixed by the court.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: TDs get permission to challenge Ceann Comhairle's decision in court. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

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• 2019-11-06 Publication

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Stage Hearing Or Decision

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