Government to revisit failed referendum on inquiries

THE Government is to revisit the issue of strengthening the powers of the Oireachtas this year in the belief the majority of the public would support such a move.

Despite an embarrassing referendum defeat on giving politicians extra investigative powers last year, another vote has not been ruled out.

Public Expenditure Minister Brendan Howlin said the wording of changes to strengthen the hand of Oireachtas members could be revised and that concerns of the public would be considered.