Ceann Comhairle: No need for Dáil to sit late at night

Ceann Comhairle Seán Barrett has said more reform of the houses of the Oireachtas is needed — including a reduction in Dáil late-night sittings.

Mr Barrett has also suggested that a special question time, which operates in the French parliament, should be introduced in the Dáil which would make ministers more accountable to TDs.

In an interview with the Irish Examiner, he spoke candidly about his role. He said most of his suggestions to Taoiseach Enda Kenny on reform had been taken on board since he was appointed Ceann Comhairle in 2011.