Human Rights
Seanad Éireann — 2026-02-19
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Patricia Stephenson (SD), Labour Panel

I want to make a point for the record. It is nothing to do with the Minister of State but I understand that, under Standing Orders, I am now unable to submit a similar Commencement matter for six months. I would have withdrawn it and waited to have the Department here. It is very frustrating when the Department does not inform us in advance that not one Minister under its brief will be present to answer the questions. I do not think it respects the integrity and role of this House.

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Sitting date: 2026-02-19