Peter Finnegan
Peter Finnegan is the Clerk of the Dáil Éireann, responsible for the administration and organization of the Irish Parliament. He plays a vital role in ensuring the legislative process runs smoothly and impartially. Finnegan has recently been in the news for his report on the conduct of the Ceann Comhairle, stating that she acted properly and in line with her powers amidst a controversy involving a motion of no confidence against her. His insights are crucial in navigating the complex dynamics of parliamentary procedures.
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Recent news mentions
Peter Finnegan told the PAC there had been three sets of legal proceedings overall.
Former Rehab chief Angela Kerins submits legal bills of €2.1m to Oireachtas – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-25
Peter Finnegan was formally appointed as clerk of Dáil Éireann in early 2016 after acting as clerk for more than a year.
Dáil clerk job up for grabs with a salary of just under €250,000 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-17
Peter Finnegan published a report concluding that Ms Murphy had complied with proper procedures.
Confidence vote in Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy to be taken at 6.30pm – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-01
A report prepared by Clerk of the Dáil Peter Finnegan indicated that the Ceann Comhairle had acted properly.
Verona Murphy to resist Opposition no-confidence motion – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-27
