Micheál Martin calls for extension of working week for TDs at Dáil

Earlier this year, Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl said there are plans for a second Dáil chamber — one to hold debates and the other to examine legislation

Micheal Martin said he is in favour of sitting four days a week as the work should not be "concertinaed" into two-and-a-half days as is currently the case. File picture: Maxwells/PA

Tánaiste Micheál Martin has called for major reforms of the Dáil which would see TDs sit for four days a week with less time given to the Opposition to question the Taoiseach.

Mr Martin has said too much time is currently devoted to questions, debates, and statements and believes one day a week should be dedicated to the scrutiny of new laws during what would be an extended working week for politicians.