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The Dáil, Seanad and President

  • The Seanad is the upper house of the Oireachtas (the Irish parliament). This document describes how it is elected, who may run to become a senator, and its functions.

  • Dáil Éireann is the lower house of the Oireachtas (the Irish parliament). This document describes how it operates, who can be elected as a TD, and outlines what is meant by Dáil privilege, PQs and dissolution of the Dáil.

  • The President of Ireland (Uachtarán na hÉireann) is the head of State. The President's role and functions are set out in the Constitution.

  • This document describes how laws are made by the Oireachtas (the Irish parliament).

  • Private Members' Bills are proposals for legislation initiated by members of the Dáil or Seanad.

  • The President's Award is the President's National Challenge Award for young people in Ireland between the ages of 15 and 25. Find out how to achieve a Bronze, Silver or Gold Gaisce award.

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