Government Chief Whip Mary Butler faced strong resistance after pushing through controversial proposals regarding Dáil speaking rights. The Coalition won a narrow vote but acknowledged ongoing opposition. Critics, including Social Democrats deputy leader Cian O'Callaghan and Independent Ireland leader Michael Collins, condemned the government's actions as undemocratic, highlighting a lack of proper discussion and preparation. Tensions rose as the extended talks ended without resolution, further entrenching divides between the government and the opposition.
"This is an absolute disgrace, and we are not having it, no way." - Michael Collins, Independent Ireland leader, expresses strong opposition against the government's proposals.
"What happened this evening was an unprecedented attempt by the government to dilute Opposition oversight in this Dáil." - Cian O'Callaghan, Social Democrats deputy leader, critiques the government's approach to the proposals.
"The thin veneer of debate at the Dáil reform committee was just a sham and the government appear determined to ram through their undemocratic proposals." - Cian O'Callaghan highlights the government's perceived disregard for proper legislative process.
"The government has not even bothered drafting that text, which shows a lack of respect for the committee's standard procedures." - Cian O'Callaghan comments on the government's handling of the proposals.
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