Green Party members asked to return money after party 'misinterpreted' donation rules

Some Green Party candidates in last year's election were asked in recent weeks to return amounts over €200 from their campaigns after the party misinterpreted the rules. 

In a statement, the Green Party said the issue has been rectified and its status for 2021 has been updated.

Some Green Party candidates have been asked to return donations after the party misinterpreted the Standards in Public Office (SIPO) rules. 

Under election legislation, anyone who wishes to donate more than €200, to a maximum of €1,000, to a candidate or member of the Oireachtas, must register as a corporate donor.