Finance Minister claims there are 'many legitimate reasons' TDs don't vote while at Leinster House

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has said Oireachtas officials may need "a reflection on" the Leinster House fobbing-in system amid claims some are claiming expenses on days they do not turn up to vote.

Finance Minister claims there are 'many legitimate reasons' TDs don't vote while at Leinster House

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has said Oireachtas officials may need "a reflection on" the Leinster House fobbing-in system amid claims some are claiming expenses on days they do not turn up to vote.

Mr Donohoe confirmed he is open to a review taking place despite insisting there are still legitimate reasons why some politicians fail to vote in the Dáil on days they are claiming expenses from the State.

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