Ceann Comhairle Sean Ó Fearghail's signature will be on the letter sent to former Oireachtas members. However a decision has now been taken to ask them to stay away for the duration of the six-week emergency, with the request for forbearance to carry the signature of Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl. “The 400 members who have access to the House are being encouraged to stay away at this time,” a senior source said. TDs have already been reminded of the need to observe social distancing and to wear masks, especially in the chamber. Read MoreRead MoreRead MoreOnline Editors

Source: Irish Independent October 20, 2020 14:03 UTC