Poll: Should the Dáil bar be closed?

The passing of the X Case legislation has raised questions about the appropriateness of the Dáil bar serving until the early hours. What do you think?

THE DÁIL BAR stayed open until 5am on Thursday morning as TDs held a marathon debate on the Protection of Life During Pregnancy.

The late-night opening hours have raised questions about the appropriateness of a bar that stays open while the Dáil conducts official business. TDs and Senators regularly point out that it serves as a useful hospitality point for guests and that it also serves non-alcoholic drinks. On the other side, Senator John Crown has asked for a zero tolerance approach to alcohol in the Oireachtas chambers in a bid to crack down on TDs and Senators drinking any alcohol at all while the Dáil or Seanad is in session.

So today we’re asking: Should the Dáil bar be closed?

Poll Results:

It should be left open, but alcohol shouldn't be served when the Dáil or Seanad is conducting business (4378)

Yes (2671)

No (2151)

Yes
It should be left open, but alcohol shouldn't be served when the Dáil or Seanad is conducting business
No

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