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Leinster House

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Since 1922, Leinster House in Dublin has served as the parliament building of the Republic of Ireland, before which it functioned as the headquarters of the Royal Dublin Society. Leinster House is responsible for politics, elections, passing laws and decision making.

The centre piece of Leinster House was originally the ducal palace of the Dukes of Leinster, first built in 1745–48 by the Earl of Kildare. In the history of aristocratic residences in Dublin, no other mansion matched Kildare House for its sheer size or status. When the Earl was made the first Duke of Leinster in 1766, the family's Dublin residence was renamed Leinster House. Its first and second floors were used as the floor model for the White House by Irish architect James Hoban, while the house itself was used as a model for the original stone cut White House exterior. Many additions have been made over the years.

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  • St. Stephen's Green • 7 min walk

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The Dáil, Seanad and President

Seanad The Seanad is the upper house of the Oireachtas (the Irish parliament). This document describes how it is elected, who may run to become a senator, and its functions.

Dáil Éireann Dáil Éireann is the lower house of the Oireachtas (the Irish parliament). This document describes how it operates, who can be elected as a TD, and outlines what is meant by Dáil privilege, PQs and dissolution of the Dáil.

President of Ireland The President of Ireland (Uachtarán na hÉireann) is the head of State. The President's role and functions are set out in the Constitution.

Legislation This document describes how laws are made by the Oireachtas (the Irish parliament).

Private Members' Bills Private Members' Bills are proposals for legislation initiated by members of the Dáil or Seanad.

President's Award - Gaisce The President's Award is the President's National Challenge Award for young people in Ireland between the ages of 15 and 25. Find out how to achieve a Bronze, Silver or Gold Gaisce award.

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Dáil Éireann debate - Thursday, 9 May 2024

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Today, 9 May 2024

Dáil Éireann

Last updated: 9 May 2024, 12:31

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  4. RTÉ Outreach

  5. Protest at cuts to Special Needs Assistants and resources, Dail Eireann 26th June 2013

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  1. Visit the Oireachtas

    Accessible accommodations for tours of Leinster House. If assistance is required to access the Houses of the Oireachtas contact the access officer, Michael O'Brien, [email protected] or +353 (0) 1 618 4556. The access officer is available in accordance with section 26 (2) of the Disability Act 2005.

  2. Leinster House

    The centre piece of Leinster House was originally the ducal palace of the Dukes of Leinster, first built in 1745-48 by the Earl of Kildare. In the history of aristocratic residences in Dublin, no other mansion matched Kildare House for its sheer size or status. When the Earl was made the first Duke of Leinster in 1766, the family's Dublin ...

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  4. Dail Eireann, Dublin

    Dail Eireann. This building houses the Irish Parliament and it's steeped in history. Also it's a stunning piece or architecture. Well worth a visit. Very interesting 40 minute tour from David, starting from the public gallery, viewing and explaining both chambers of parliament and finishing with the Proclamation of the Irish Republic - and ...

  5. Oireachtas

    The Oireachtas (/ ˈ ɛr ə k t ə s / EH-rək-təs, Irish: [ˈɛɾʲaxt̪ˠəsˠ]), sometimes referred to as Oireachtas Éireann, is the bicameral parliament of Ireland. The Oireachtas consists of the president of Ireland and the two houses of the Oireachtas (Irish: Tithe an Oireachtais), a house of representatives called Dáil Éireann and a senate called Seanad Éireann.

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  7. Dáil Eireann

    Dáil Eireann is the House of Representatives and its TDs (Teachtaí Dála) or Assembly Delegates are elected by the public. Seanad Éireann is The Senate and its 60 representatives are either nominated or elected. Tours take between 25 -30mins, and when the House is in session it may also be possible to sit for a short period of time in the ...

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  11. Dail Eireann, Dublin

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  13. Dáil Éireann (Irish Republic)

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  18. Dáil schedule

    The start times indicated in this schedule are based, in part, on the expected end time of preceding items of business. In the event items of business conclude earlier or later than expected, the start times for subsequent business may be affected. Previous day. Thu, 9 May 2024. Next day. Dáil Éireann resumes on. Wednesday, 8 May 2024 at 2:00 pm.

  19. Dáil Éireann debate

    Dáil Éireann debate - Thursday, 9 May 2024