Remote working, gambling and development legislation the focus of new Dáil term

The Health (Termination of Services Safe Access Zones) Bill will be prioritised to bring in safe access zones around hospitals and other facilities that provide abortions

In May, the Government approved the drafting of the Work Life Balance Bill to give effect to the EU Work Life Balance Directive,

Legislation to provide the right to request remote working, new gambling regulations, and measures relating to urban development zones are among 38 bills being prioritised by the Government this term.

The Dáil resumes on Wednesday after the summer recess, with the cost-of-living crisis expected to be top of the agenda when TDs return.