Verona Murphy faces historic no-confidence vote amid Dáil speaking time controversy

The Ceann Comhairle faces a historic no-confidence vote, tensions rise over Dáil speaking rules and Opposition tactics

In response to the motion, Verona Murphy rejected the calls for her to resign, saying she fully intends to continue to carry out the role to which she was elected in December.

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy will survive a no-confidence motion on Tuesday, but the Dáil could be plunged into yet another crisis.

The Dáil has for the first time in its history seen a motion of no confidence tabled on the Ceann Comhairle following last week's passage of new Dáil speaking time rules. The Opposition has claimed that Ms Murphy did not adhere to Dáil procedures, in a manner that favoured the Government.