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Mon, 28 Apr

No business is currently scheduled.

Tue, 29 Apr

14:00

Leaders' Questions (Sinn Féin, Labour Party, Social Democrats, Independent and Parties Technical Group)

15:04

Bills for Introduction: Guardianship of Infants (Amendment) Bill 2025 — First Stage

15:09

Bills for Introduction: Criminal Law (Prohibition of the Disclosure of Counselling Records) Bill 2025 — First Stage

15:14

Bills for Introduction: Children’s Health (Ospidéal Náisiúnta Kathleen Lynn do Leanaí) (Amendment) Bill 2025 — First Stage

16:04

Government Business: Statements on Children’s Health Ireland

19:36

Private Members' Business (Sinn Féin): Motion re Unnecessary Hip Surgeries at Children's Health Ireland

21:36

Parliamentary Questions: Oral — Minister for Children, Disability and Equality

00:12

Dáil adjourns

Wed, 30 Apr

10:00

Private Members' Business (Labour Party): Motion re Special Education

12:00

Leaders' Questions (Sinn Féin, Labour Party, Social Democrats, Independent Technical Group)

12:34

Other Members' Questions

12:42

Questions on Policy or Legislation

13:12

Bills for Introduction: Sale of Nitrous Oxide and Related Products Bill 2025 — First Stage

13:17

Motion(s) without debate: Motion re Report of the Committee on Standing Orders and Dail Reform on Orders of Reference and Establishment of Committees

13:18

SOS

14:18

Government Business: Motion re Proposed approval by Dáil Éireann for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2015/848 on insolvency proceedings

15:18

Government Business: Motion re Final Draft Revised National Planning Framework

(to conclude within 3 hours)
18:18

Government Business: Defamation (Amendment) Bill 2024 — Committee Stage

(Department of Justice), (to commence no earlier than 5.45 p.m. and, if not previously concluded, to adjourn either at 9 p.m. or after 3 hrs, whichever is the later)
21:18

Deferred Divisions

- Motion re Unnecessary Hip Surgeries at Children's Health Ireland (Amendment)

- Motion re Special Education (Amendment)

- Motion re Report of the Committee on Standing Orders and Dail Reform on Orders of Reference and Establishment of Committees (Amendment)

- Motion re Final Draft Revised National Planning Framework

21:48

Dáil adjourns

Thu, 1 May

08:47

Parliamentary Questions: Oral — Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment

10:23

Government Business: Statements on the Farrelly Commission Report

12:00

Leaders' Questions (Sinn Féin, Labour Party, Independent and Parties Technical Group, Independent Technical Group)

12:34

Other Members' Questions

12:42

Questions on Policy or Legislation

13:12

Motion(s) without debate: Motion re Restoration of Private Members' Bills

13:13

SOS

13:53

Parliamentary Questions: Oral — Minister for Social Protection

15:29

Government Business: Statements on International Workers’ Day

18:54

Dáil adjourns

Fri, 2 May

No business is currently scheduled.

Mon, 5 May

No business is currently scheduled.

Tue, 6 May

No business is currently scheduled.

Wed, 7 May

14:00

Leaders' Questions (Sinn Féin, Labour Party, Independent and Parties Technical Group, Independent Technical Group)

14:34

Other Members' Questions

15:12

Motion(s) without debate: Motion re First Report of Committee of Selection and appointment of Cathaoirligh

(any divisions claimed shall be taken immediately)
15:13

Motion(s) without debate: Motion re Appointment of Ordinary Members to the Houses of the Oireachtas Commission

(any division claimed to be taken immediately)
15:14

Motion(s) without debate: Motion re Dissolution of Select Committee on Subsidiarity (European Union Legislative Scrutiny)

15:30

Government Business: Statements to mark Europe Day

17:55

Government Business: Statements on the Farrelly Commission Report

(not to exceed the time remaining)
19:22

Private Members' Business (Sinn Féin): Motion re Childcare

22:22

Dáil adjourns

Thu, 8 May

08:47

Parliamentary Questions: Oral — Minister for Transport

10:23

Parliamentary Questions: Oral — Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media

12:00

Leaders' Questions (Sinn Féin, Social Democrats, Independent and Parties Technical Group, Independent Technical Group)

12:34

Other Members' Questions

12:42

Questions on Policy or Legislation

13:12

SOS

13:52

Parliamentary Questions: Oral — Tánaiste and Minister for Defence

15:28

Government Business: Motion re Extension of Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021

16:28

Private Members' Business (Social Democrats): Motion re Parental Choice in Education

19:28

Dáil adjourns

Today, 9 May

No business is currently scheduled.

  • Mon, 5 May

    No business is currently scheduled.
  • Tue, 6 May

    No business is currently scheduled.
  • Wed, 7 May

    14:00

    14:00

    Leaders' Questions (Sinn Féin, Labour Party, Independent and Parties Technical Group, Independent Technical Group)

    14:34

    14:34

    Other Members' Questions

    15:12

    15:12

    Motion(s) without debate: Motion re First Report of Committee of Selection and appointment of Cathaoirligh

    (any divisions claimed shall be taken immediately)

    15:13

    15:13

    Motion(s) without debate: Motion re Appointment of Ordinary Members to the Houses of the Oireachtas Commission

    (any division claimed to be taken immediately)

    15:14

    15:14

    Motion(s) without debate: Motion re Dissolution of Select Committee on Subsidiarity (European Union Legislative Scrutiny)

    15:30

    15:30

    Government Business: Statements to mark Europe Day

    17:55

    17:55

    Government Business: Statements on the Farrelly Commission Report

    (not to exceed the time remaining)

    19:22

    19:22

    Private Members' Business (Sinn Féin): Motion re Childcare

    22:22

    22:22

    Dáil adjourns

  • Thu, 8 May

    08:47

    08:47

    Parliamentary Questions: Oral — Minister for Transport

    10:23

    10:23

    Parliamentary Questions: Oral — Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media

    12:00

    12:00

    Leaders' Questions (Sinn Féin, Social Democrats, Independent and Parties Technical Group, Independent Technical Group)

    12:34

    12:34

    Other Members' Questions

    12:42

    12:42

    Questions on Policy or Legislation

    13:12

    13:12

    SOS

    13:52

    13:52

    Parliamentary Questions: Oral — Tánaiste and Minister for Defence

    15:28

    15:28

    Government Business: Motion re Extension of Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021

    16:28

    16:28

    Private Members' Business (Social Democrats): Motion re Parental Choice in Education

    19:28

    19:28

    Dáil adjourns

  • Today, 9 May

    No business is currently scheduled.
  • Sat, 10 May

    No business is currently scheduled.
  • Sun, 11 May

    No business is currently scheduled.

Mon, 28 Apr

No business is currently scheduled.

Tue, 29 Apr

14:30

Commencement Matters

15:30

Order of Business

16:15

Motion(s) without debate

- Motion re Expressions of Sympathy on the Death of His Holiness, Pope Francis

16:25

SOS

17:00

Government Business

- Statements on Forestry

(Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine)

18:30

Government Business

- Motion re proposed approval by Seanad Éireann of the Final Draft Revised National Planning Framework

(Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage)

20:00

Seanad adjourns

Wed, 30 Apr

10:30

Commencement Matters

11:30

Order of Business

12:15

SOS

13:00

Government Business

- Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Bill 2024 — Second Stage

(Department of Finance)

14:30

SOS

15:00

Private Members’ Business

- Protection of Retail Workers Bill 2025 — Second Stage

17:00

Government Business

- Statements on Diverting Young People from Criminal Activity

(Department of Justice)

18:30

Seanad adjourns

Thu, 1 May

09:30

Commencement Matters

10:30

Order of Business

11:15

SOS

12:00

Government Business

- Statements to Mark Europe Day 2025

(Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade)

13:30

Seanad adjourns

Fri, 2 May

No business is currently scheduled.

Mon, 5 May

No business is currently scheduled.

Tue, 6 May

No business is currently scheduled.

Wed, 7 May

14:30

Commencement Matters

16:00

Order of Business

16:45

SOS

17:15

Private Members’ Business

- Motion re Higher Education

19:15

Seanad adjourns

Thu, 8 May

09:30

Commencement Matters

11:00

Order of Business

11:45

Motion(s) without debate

- Motion re Report of the Committee on Parliamentary Privileges and Oversight on Orders of Reference and Establishment of Committees

11:50

SOS

12:15

Government Business

- Motion re Proposed approval by Seanad Éireann for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2015/848 on insolvency proceedings

(Department of Justice)

13:45

Seanad adjourns

Today, 9 May

No business is currently scheduled.

  • Mon, 5 May

    No business is currently scheduled.
  • Tue, 6 May

    No business is currently scheduled.
  • Wed, 7 May

    14:30

    14:30

    Commencement Matters

    16:00

    16:00

    Order of Business

    16:45

    SOS

    17:15

    17:15

    Private Members’ Business

    - Motion re Higher Education

    19:15

    19:15

    Seanad adjourns

  • Thu, 8 May

    09:30

    09:30

    Commencement Matters

    11:00

    11:00

    Order of Business

    11:45

    11:45

    Motion(s) without debate

    11:50

    SOS

    12:15

    12:15

    Government Business

    - Motion re Proposed approval by Seanad Éireann for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2015/848 on insolvency proceedings

    13:45

    13:45

    Seanad adjourns

  • Today, 9 May

    No business is currently scheduled.
  • Sat, 10 May

    No business is currently scheduled.
  • Sun, 11 May

    No business is currently scheduled.

Mon, 28 Apr

No business currently scheduled.

Tue, 29 Apr

No business currently scheduled.

Wed, 30 Apr

14.00
CR2, LH 2000

14:00
Subsidiarity assessment of EU Legislative Proposals

14:10
Private Session

15:00
Recording of decisions taken in private session

Thu, 1 May

No business currently scheduled.

Fri, 2 May

No business currently scheduled.

Mon, 5 May

No business currently scheduled.

Tue, 6 May

No business currently scheduled.

Thu, 8 May

11.00
CR3, LH 2000

Cathaoirleach's declaration

Cathaoirleach's introductory remarks

- Mr. Séamus McCarthy, Comptroller and Auditor General, Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General

Private Session

15.30
CR1, LH 2000

15:30
Cathaoirleach's Declaration

 
Introductory Remarks by the Cathaoirleach

16:00
Private Session

Today, 9 May

No business currently scheduled.

Mon, 28 Apr

There are no listings today.

Tue, 29 Apr

There are no listings today.

Wed, 30 Apr

There are no listings today.

Thu, 1 May

There are no listings today.

Fri, 2 May

There are no listings today.

Sat, 3 May

22:30

Leaders' Questions Thursday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

23:20

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Sun, 4 May

02:00

Parliamentary Symposium 2022 (ISL)

The theme of this year’s event is ‘Enhancing Participation in Public Life and Politics’ with an emphasis on the inclusion of more young people, women and those from diverse backgrounds

07:00

The Geneva Window - Through A Glass Darkly (ISL)

The story of stained-glass artist Harry Clark's ill-fated masterpiece, commissioned by the Free State Government to be presented to the International Labour Court in Geneva in 1930 – only for it to be shelved once ministers saw its contents. Presented by Ardal O'Hanlon.

08:00

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

09:30

Parliamentary Questions

When Deputies who submitted questions to a Minister of Government on issues for which that Minister has specific administrative responsibility receive the replies in the Chamber

14:30

Leaders' Questions Tuesday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

15:15

Leaders' Questions Wednesday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

16:00

Leaders' Questions Thursday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

17:00

Questions - Taoiseach: Tuesday (ISL)

The Taoiseach answers questions put to him by Members on legislative or policy areas for which he has specific administrative responsibility.

18:00

Tionól - Eipeasóid 3

Beidh Seán Ó Cuirreáin ag plé staid reatha na Gaeltachta agus cad atá i ndán dóibh amach anseo. Le aíonna Sorcha Ní Chéilleachair, Dónall Ó Cnáimhsí agus Eibhlín Ní Lionaird

18:40

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

20:00

Around the Houses - March 2025 (ISL)

[SL]A look back on some of the main events in the past month

21:00

International Women's Day 2025

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, TD hosts an event in Leinster House to commemorate International Women's Day

22:00

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Mon, 5 May

01:00

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

03:30

European Youth Parliament Ireland 27th National Conference Day 1

Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

08:00

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

10:00

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

12:45

Leaders' Questions Tuesday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

13:30

Leaders' Questions Wednesday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

14:15

Leaders' Questions Thursday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

15:00

Private Members' Business

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

16:30

Private Members' Business

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

18:40

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

21:00

Around the Houses - March 2025 (ISL)

[SL]A look back on some of the main events in the past month

22:00

Priority Questions

Questions asked of Ministers in the Dáil

Tue, 6 May

00:05

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

02:00

European Youth Parliament Ireland 27th National Conference Day 2

Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

06:25

Dáil Day One (ISL)

A fascinating film highlighting the events prior to and the key people involved in the lead up to the first Dáil on 21st January 1919

07:00

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

08:45

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

10:00

Around the Houses - March 2025 (ISL)

[SL]A look back on some of the main events in the past month

11:00

Tionól - Eipeasóid 3

Beidh Seán Ó Cuirreáin ag plé staid reatha na Gaeltachta agus cad atá i ndán dóibh amach anseo. Le aíonna Sorcha Ní Chéilleachair, Dónall Ó Cnáimhsí agus Eibhlín Ní Lionaird

11:40

Statements in the Dáil

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

14:45

Statements from the Seanad

Coverage of Statements made in the Seanad on specific matters of national or international interest.

16:20

Oireachtas TV in the European Parliament April 2025 (ISL)

OTV presents an EU special from the April Plenary in Strasbourg

17:20

Dáil Motion

Motions are proposed to the House and Members then debate the merits of the motion. Motions can be decided upon by consensus or by vote

20:10

ELECTION' 24. (ISL)

An unprecedented look behind the scenes of a general election. This Loosehorse documentary for Oireachtas TV shows how Ireland comes together to run fair and free elections and how citizens engage with the process and make their decisions at the ballot box.

21:10

Statements from the Seanad

Coverage of Statements made in the Seanad on specific matters of national or international interest.

22:30

The Geneva Window - Through A Glass Darkly (ISL)

The story of stained-glass artist Harry Clark's ill-fated masterpiece, commissioned by the Free State Government to be presented to the International Labour Court in Geneva in 1930 – only for it to be shelved once ministers saw its contents. Presented by Ardal O'Hanlon.

23:30

National Bravery Awards - 2024 (ISL)

Coverage of the 2024 National Bravery Awards Ceremony, held in Farmleigh House on 8th November 2024

Wed, 7 May

00:30

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

02:15

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

05:15

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

08:00

International Women's Day 2025

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, TD hosts an event in Leinster House to commemorate International Women's Day

08:45

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

09:45

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

11:30

Private Members' Business

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

13:00

Oireachtas TV in the European Parliament April 2025 (ISL)

OTV presents an EU special from the April Plenary in Strasbourg

14:00

Live - Leaders' Questions (ISL)

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

14:45

Live Dáil Order of Business

The Dáil considers proposals made to it by the Business Committee on the agenda of business to be taken in the Chamber

15:15

Live - Questions to an Taoiseach

Where the Taoiseach, as Head of a Government Department, answers questions on those areas for which he has administrative responsibility.

15:30

Live Government Business

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

19:25

Live Private Members' Business

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

21:25

Live Topical Issues

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

23:00

Leaders' Questions Replay (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

23:45

Seanad Éireann Replay

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Thu, 8 May

04:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

08:45

Live Parliamentary Questions

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

10:25

Live Parliamentary Questions

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

12:00

Live - Leaders' Questions (ISL)

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

12:45

Live - Questions on Policy or Legislation (ISL)

Questions can be on the taking of business which has been promised, matters of public policy or administration, making of secondary legislation, or when Bills or other documents needed in the House will be circulated

13:15

Live Seanad Éireann

Live Broadcast from the Seanad.

13:50

Live Parliamentary Questions

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

15:30

Live Government Business

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

16:30

Live Private Members' Business

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

18:30

Live Topical Issues

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

19:45

Leaders' Questions Replay (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

20:30

Seanad Éireann Replay

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Today, 9 May

00:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

06:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

10:00

Committee of Public Accounts

This committee works to ensure accountability and transparency in the way Government departments and agencies allocate, spend and manage their finances

10:45

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

12:50

Statements in the Dáil

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

15:10

Statements in the Dáil

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

16:20

Seanad Private Members' Business

Coverage of the business proposed by a Senator and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

18:00

Topical Issues Wednesday

Where Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government

19:00

Topical Issues Thursday

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

20:00

Seanad Commencement Matters (ISL)

Coverage of the debates on matters submitted by Senators which is topical either nationally or local to a specific area and which is replied to by a Member of the Government

22:15

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Sat, 10 May

00:00

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

02:40

European Youth Parliament Ireland 27th National Conference Day 1

Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

07:10

Private Members' Business

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

09:15

The Geneva Window - Through A Glass Darkly (ISL)

The story of stained-glass artist Harry Clark's ill-fated masterpiece, commissioned by the Free State Government to be presented to the International Labour Court in Geneva in 1930 – only for it to be shelved once ministers saw its contents. Presented by Ardal O'Hanlon.

10:30

Questions - Taoiseach: Tuesday (ISL)

The Taoiseach answers questions put to him by Members on legislative or policy areas for which he has specific administrative responsibility.

10:45

International Women's Day 2025

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, TD hosts an event in Leinster House to commemorate International Women's Day

11:30

Seanad Commencement Matters (ISL)

Coverage of the debates on matters submitted by Senators which is topical either nationally or local to a specific area and which is replied to by a Member of the Government

13:30

Seanad Private Members' Business

Coverage of the business proposed by a Senator and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

15:15

Seanad Éireann Replay

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

15:40

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

16:50

Statements in the Dáil

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

19:15

Statements in the Dáil

Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

20:30

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

21:45

Leaders' Questions Wednesday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

22:15

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

22:30

Leaders' Questions Thursday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

23:30

European Parliament Debates

Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

Sun, 11 May

02:00

Parliamentary Symposium 2022 (ISL)

The theme of this year’s event is ‘Enhancing Participation in Public Life and Politics’ with an emphasis on the inclusion of more young people, women and those from diverse backgrounds

07:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

08:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

09:30

Parliamentary Questions

When Deputies who submitted questions to a Minister of Government on issues for which that Minister has specific administrative responsibility receive the replies in the Chamber

14:30

Leaders' Questions Tuesday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

15:15

Leaders' Questions Wednesday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

16:00

Leaders' Questions Thursday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

17:00

Questions - Taoiseach: Tuesday (ISL)

The Taoiseach answers questions put to him by Members on legislative or policy areas for which he has specific administrative responsibility.

18:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

19:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

20:00

Around the Houses - April 2025

A look back on some of the main events in the past month

21:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

22:30

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

Mon, 12 May

00:30

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

03:35

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

04:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

06:05

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

10:15

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

12:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

12:45

Leaders' Questions Tuesday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

13:30

Leaders' Questions Wednesday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

14:15

Leaders' Questions Thursday (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

15:00

Private Members' Business

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

17:00

Private Members' Business

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

19:00

Private Members' Business

Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

20:30

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

21:00

Around the Houses - April 2025

A look back on some of the main events in the past month

22:00

Priority Questions

Questions asked of Ministers in the Dáil

Tue, 13 May

00:15

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

01:35

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

02:35

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

06:05

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

07:00

Topical Issues Tuesday

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

08:00

Topical Issues Wednesday

Where Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government

09:00

Topical Issues Thursday

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

10:00

Around the Houses

A look back on some of the main events in the past month

11:00

Committees Live

Live Broadcast from Oireachtas Committees.

14:00

Live - Leaders' Questions (ISL)

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

14:35

Order of Business Live

Where the business to be transacted in the Dáil for the coming week is introduced and to agreed by the House.

15:05

Live Questions to an Taoiseach (ISL)

Where the Taoiseach, as Head of a Government Department, answers questions on those areas for which he has administrative responsibility.

15:50

Live Government Business

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

18:15

Live Private Members' Business

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

20:15

Live Parliamentary Questions

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

21:45

Live Topical Issues

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

23:00

Leaders' Questions Replay (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

23:45

Seanad Éireann Replay

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Wed, 14 May

02:20

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

04:50

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

08:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

09:10

Live Topical Issues

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

10:00

Live Private Members' Business

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

12:00

Live - Leaders' Questions (ISL)

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

12:35

Live - Questions on Policy or Legislation (ISL)

Questions can be on the taking of business which has been promised, matters of public policy or administration, making of secondary legislation, or when Bills or other documents needed in the House will be circulated

13:05

Live Questions to an Taoiseach (ISL)

Where the Taoiseach, as Head of a Government Department, answers questions on those areas for which he has administrative responsibility.

13:50

Live Seanad Éireann

Live Broadcast from the Seanad.

14:50

Live Government Business

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

20:45

Live Dáil Deferred Decisions

A period set aside for the taking of votes on motions that have been previously debated.

21:45

Leaders' Questions Replay (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

22:30

Seanad Éireann Replay

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Thu, 15 May

04:00

Oireachtas Replay

Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

08:45

Live Parliamentary Questions

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

10:25

Live Parliamentary Questions

When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

12:00

Live - Leaders' Questions (ISL)

When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions

12:35

Live - Questions on Policy or Legislation (ISL)

Questions can be on the taking of business which has been promised, matters of public policy or administration, making of secondary legislation, or when Bills or other documents needed in the House will be circulated

13:05

Live Seanad Éireann

Live Broadcast from the Seanad.

13:45

Live Government Business

Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

19:25

Live Topical Issues

When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

20:10

Live Private Members' Business

Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

21:45

Leaders' Questions Replay (ISL)

Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice

22:30

Seanad Éireann Replay

Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

Oireachtas TV

  • Mon, 5 May

    01:00

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    03:30

    European Youth Parliament Ireland 27th National Conference Day 1
    Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

    08:00

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    10:00

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    12:45

    Leaders' Questions Tuesday
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice
    (ISL)

    13:30

    Leaders' Questions Wednesday
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions
    (ISL)

    14:15

    Leaders' Questions Thursday
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions
    (ISL)

    15:00

    Private Members' Business
    Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

    16:30

    Private Members' Business
    Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

    18:40

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    21:00

    Around the Houses - March 2025
    [SL]A look back on some of the main events in the past month
    (ISL)

    22:00

    Priority Questions
    Questions asked of Ministers in the Dáil

  • Tue, 6 May

    00:05

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    02:00

    European Youth Parliament Ireland 27th National Conference Day 2
    Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

    06:25

    Dáil Day One
    A fascinating film highlighting the events prior to and the key people involved in the lead up to the first Dáil on 21st January 1919
    (ISL)

    07:00

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    08:45

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    10:00

    Around the Houses - March 2025
    [SL]A look back on some of the main events in the past month
    (ISL)

    11:00

    Tionól - Eipeasóid 3
    Beidh Seán Ó Cuirreáin ag plé staid reatha na Gaeltachta agus cad atá i ndán dóibh amach anseo. Le aíonna Sorcha Ní Chéilleachair, Dónall Ó Cnáimhsí agus Eibhlín Ní Lionaird

    11:40

    Statements in the Dáil
    Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

    14:45

    Statements from the Seanad
    Coverage of Statements made in the Seanad on specific matters of national or international interest.

    16:20

    Oireachtas TV in the European Parliament April 2025
    OTV presents an EU special from the April Plenary in Strasbourg
    (ISL)

    17:20

    Dáil Motion
    Motions are proposed to the House and Members then debate the merits of the motion. Motions can be decided upon by consensus or by vote

    20:10

    ELECTION' 24.
    An unprecedented look behind the scenes of a general election. This Loosehorse documentary for Oireachtas TV shows how Ireland comes together to run fair and free elections and how citizens engage with the process and make their decisions at the ballot box.
    (ISL)

    21:10

    Statements from the Seanad
    Coverage of Statements made in the Seanad on specific matters of national or international interest.

    22:30

    The Geneva Window - Through A Glass Darkly
    The story of stained-glass artist Harry Clark's ill-fated masterpiece, commissioned by the Free State Government to be presented to the International Labour Court in Geneva in 1930 – only for it to be shelved once ministers saw its contents. Presented by Ardal O'Hanlon.
    (ISL)

    23:30

    National Bravery Awards - 2024
    Coverage of the 2024 National Bravery Awards Ceremony, held in Farmleigh House on 8th November 2024
    (ISL)

  • Wed, 7 May

    00:30

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    02:15

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    05:15

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    08:00

    International Women's Day 2025
    Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, TD hosts an event in Leinster House to commemorate International Women's Day

    08:45

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    09:45

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    11:30

    Private Members' Business
    Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

    13:00

    Oireachtas TV in the European Parliament April 2025
    OTV presents an EU special from the April Plenary in Strasbourg
    (ISL)

    14:00

    Live - Leaders' Questions
    When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions
    (ISL)

    14:45

    Live Dáil Order of Business
    The Dáil considers proposals made to it by the Business Committee on the agenda of business to be taken in the Chamber

    15:15

    Live - Questions to an Taoiseach
    Where the Taoiseach, as Head of a Government Department, answers questions on those areas for which he has administrative responsibility.

    15:30

    Live Government Business
    Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

    19:25

    Live Private Members' Business
    Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

    21:25

    Live Topical Issues
    When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

    23:00

    Leaders' Questions Replay
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice
    (ISL)

    23:45

    Seanad Éireann Replay
    Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

  • Thu, 8 May

    04:00

    Oireachtas Replay
    Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

    08:45

    Live Parliamentary Questions
    When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

    10:25

    Live Parliamentary Questions
    When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

    12:00

    Live - Leaders' Questions
    When Party Leaders and Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions
    (ISL)

    12:45

    Live - Questions on Policy or Legislation
    Questions can be on the taking of business which has been promised, matters of public policy or administration, making of secondary legislation, or when Bills or other documents needed in the House will be circulated
    (ISL)

    13:15

    Live Seanad Éireann
    Live Broadcast from the Seanad.

    13:50

    Live Parliamentary Questions
    When Deputies have an opportunity to receive replies to questions submitted by them to a Member of the Government on matters for which they have administrative responsibility

    15:30

    Live Government Business
    Legislation, Motions or Statements proposed by the Government

    16:30

    Live Private Members' Business
    Private Members Business is time set aside to debate a motion or legislation which is proposed by a party in opposition.

    18:30

    Live Topical Issues
    When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

    19:45

    Leaders' Questions Replay
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice
    (ISL)

    20:30

    Seanad Éireann Replay
    Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

  • Today, 9 May

    00:00

    00:00

    Oireachtas Replay
    Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

    06:00

    Oireachtas Replay
    Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

    10:00

    Committee of Public Accounts
    This committee works to ensure accountability and transparency in the way Government departments and agencies allocate, spend and manage their finances

    10:45

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    12:50

    Statements in the Dáil
    Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

    15:10

    Statements in the Dáil
    Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

    16:20

    Seanad Private Members' Business
    Coverage of the business proposed by a Senator and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

    18:00

    Topical Issues Wednesday
    Where Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government

    19:00

    Topical Issues Thursday
    When Deputies who have raised a matter which is topical either nationally or within their constituency are answered by a Member of the Government.

    20:00

    Seanad Commencement Matters
    Coverage of the debates on matters submitted by Senators which is topical either nationally or local to a specific area and which is replied to by a Member of the Government
    (ISL)

    22:15

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

  • Sat, 10 May

    00:00

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    02:40

    European Youth Parliament Ireland 27th National Conference Day 1
    Coverage of the general assembly of the EYP Ireland 27th National Conference, recorded in Leinster House in April 2024

    07:10

    Private Members' Business
    Coverage of the business selected by a Party or Technical Group in opposition and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

    09:15

    The Geneva Window - Through A Glass Darkly
    The story of stained-glass artist Harry Clark's ill-fated masterpiece, commissioned by the Free State Government to be presented to the International Labour Court in Geneva in 1930 – only for it to be shelved once ministers saw its contents. Presented by Ardal O'Hanlon.
    (ISL)

    10:30

    Questions - Taoiseach: Tuesday
    The Taoiseach answers questions put to him by Members on legislative or policy areas for which he has specific administrative responsibility.
    (ISL)

    10:45

    International Women's Day 2025
    Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, TD hosts an event in Leinster House to commemorate International Women's Day

    11:30

    Seanad Commencement Matters
    Coverage of the debates on matters submitted by Senators which is topical either nationally or local to a specific area and which is replied to by a Member of the Government
    (ISL)

    13:30

    Seanad Private Members' Business
    Coverage of the business proposed by a Senator and taken in Private Members Time. The business can be either a motion or a piece of legislation.

    15:15

    Seanad Éireann Replay
    Replay of current Seanad Éireann sittings

    15:40

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    16:50

    Statements in the Dáil
    Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

    19:15

    Statements in the Dáil
    Coverage of Statements made in the Dáil on specific matters of national or international interest.

    20:30

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    21:45

    Leaders' Questions Wednesday
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions
    (ISL)

    22:15

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

    22:30

    Leaders' Questions Thursday
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions
    (ISL)

    23:30

    European Parliament Debates
    Coverage of debates held in the European Parliament

  • Sun, 11 May

    02:00

    Parliamentary Symposium 2022
    The theme of this year’s event is ‘Enhancing Participation in Public Life and Politics’ with an emphasis on the inclusion of more young people, women and those from diverse backgrounds
    (ISL)

    07:00

    Oireachtas Replay
    Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

    08:00

    Oireachtas Replay
    Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

    09:30

    Parliamentary Questions
    When Deputies who submitted questions to a Minister of Government on issues for which that Minister has specific administrative responsibility receive the replies in the Chamber

    14:30

    Leaders' Questions Tuesday
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice
    (ISL)

    15:15

    Leaders' Questions Wednesday
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions
    (ISL)

    16:00

    Leaders' Questions Thursday
    Leaders Questions, where Party Leaders and the Leaders of recognised technical groups can put a question to an Taoiseach without prior notice. Followed by Other Member's Questions
    (ISL)

    17:00

    Questions - Taoiseach: Tuesday
    The Taoiseach answers questions put to him by Members on legislative or policy areas for which he has specific administrative responsibility.
    (ISL)

    18:00

    Oireachtas Replay
    Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

    19:00

    Oireachtas Replay
    Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

    20:00

    Around the Houses - April 2025
    A look back on some of the main events in the past month

    21:00

    Oireachtas Replay
    Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

    22:30

    Oireachtas Replay
    Replay of selected content from the Houses of the Oireachtas

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