Election of Acting Chairman
Seanad Éireann — 2022-03-24
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Clerk to the Seanad

I have to inform the House pursuant to Standing Order 12 that both the Cathaoirleach and Leas-Chathaoirleach are absent from this meeting of the Seanad. It will be necessary, therefore, to elect a Member to perform the duties devolving upon and exercise the authority conferred upon the Cathaoirleach by the Standing Orders for the period of the absence of both.
I will take proposals for Acting Chairperson.

Pauline O'Reilly (GP), Labour Panel

I propose Senator Horkan.

Jerry Buttimer (FG), Labour Panel

I second the proposal.

Clerk to the Seanad

Is it agreed that Senator Horkan be elected Acting Chairperson? Agreed. I call Senator Horkan to take the Chair.

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Sitting date: 2022-03-24