Irish lawmakers debate if allied independents can keep opposition roles, sparking rule changes talk.

The new Irish government faces controversy as independent lawmakers supporting the government seek to retain opposition speaking rights. Critics, including Sinn Féin's Pádraig MacLochlainn, argue this would create a confusing dual role, allowing these lawmakers to question government policies while closely allied with it. The proposal has sparked debate over amending standing rules to address the situation, but no decision has been made yet.

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