There is a protocol here.
On prevailing side: this member voted with the winning side in 172 of 425 decisive votes (10 abstentions excluded). Read it as a government-or-opposition indicator rather than a measure of influence — the figure is near 100% for members supporting the government of the day and near 0% for those opposing it.
This is the point of the site: contributions keep the party held on the day, not the one held now.
| Party | Recorded as | Contributions | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| CC | Ceann Comhairle / Chair | 5,548 | 2022-04-07 – 2026-10-01 |
| IND | Independent | 825 | 2020-03-05 – 2026-06-09 |
Membership spells on record: IND 2020-02-08–2024-11-08 · IND 2024-11-29–present
There is a protocol here.
I thank the Deputy.
I call Deputy Rice.
Normally the speeches are given out before the statements start. We can get a copy delivered.
I wish to advise the House of the following matters in respect of which notice has been given under Standing Order 39 and the name of the Member in each case: Deputy Michael Collins - To discuss orthodontic services in Oranmore, County Galway. Deputy Michael Cahill - To discuss the need to expedite progress on the Killarney bypass. Deputy Roderic O'Gorman - To discuss the provision of an emergency works grant to Coolmine Community School, Dublin 15. Deputy Mark Wall - To discuss the need to provide a school bus rou…
I thank the Deputy. I call on the Minister of State, Deputy Christopher O'Sullivan, to move the amendment.
Deputy-----
In accordance with Standing Order 85(2), the division is postponed until the weekly division time next week.
Deputy Cummins, I am very sorry, but we have to conclude the debate at 12 o'clock. I have to put the question, so I ask the Deputy to conclude.
We have a 12 o'clock-----
I appreciate that-----
Deputy, we have a 12 o'clock deadline. I am afraid I do not make the rules. The rule is 12 o'clock for Leaders' Questions.
Well, I appreciate that. We will continue but this is what happens when people go over their time.
Deputy Cummins may continue, with the consent of all Members.
In accordance with Standing Order 85(2), the division is postponed until the weekly division time this evening. I was glad to hear everyone say how unfair it was that they may have had to conclude on time. I would like all Members on both sides of the House to understand the consequences of going over their time and how unfair that is.
Please, Deputy.
Please, Deputies.
I am sorry Deputy Mac Lochlainn, but your leader is quite capable of asking questions and of answering. Please refrain-----
Thank you, Taoiseach. Your time is up. I call Deputy McDonald.
Thank you, Deputy.