The Irish Language Act
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Alban Maginness: 108 is too many, but a figure around 90 would be more suitable. George Savage: 6 per constituency gives smaller parties a say in the Assembly, any less and you risk that representation. John O’Dowd: We need a representative democracy of all sections of society and 108 MLAs provide that. Jim Wells: There [...]
Jim Wells: As far as he is aware, the Commission is not reducing it’s expenditure. The Speaker: An independent body will set MLAs Salaries and expenses. Alban Maginness: The Commission does keep a tight control over spending and there is no wastage within the Assembly. //
What do you think, should the voting age be reduced to 16? //