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Seanad Éireann · 2026-10-01

Sitting of the Seanad: Motion

FF Fiona O'Loughlin · Administrative Panel

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I move:

That, notwithstanding anything in the Standing Orders relative to Public Business, the following arrangements shall apply in relation to the sittings of the Seanad on 6th, 7th and 8th October, 2026:

(1) The Seanad shall meet at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, 6th October, 2026, and the following arrangements shall apply:

( a ) Standing Orders 31 and 32 shall stand suspended;

( b ) The Order of Business shall be proposed at 4 p.m.;

(2) The following arrangements shall apply to the sittings of the Seanad on Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th October, 2026:

( a ) Up to six Commencement matters may be selected by the Cathaoirleach for discussion on each day.”

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