Group of FF TDs to oppose ‘clocking in’ proposal

A GROUP of Fianna Fáil TDs have told Finance Minister Brian Lenihan they will oppose any effort to get them to “clock in” so that their attendances in the Dáil can be monitored.

Earlier this month, Mr Lenihan was reported as saying he would overhaul the expenses system for TDs to ensure transparency and value for money.

“I will be insisting on some form of independent verification, such as an electronic means,” he said, raising the prospect of TDs having to clock in or use a swipe card to verify their attendance.