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flag Irish parliament Speaker rules independent lawmakers backing the government can't form an opposition group.

flag The Speaker of Ireland's parliament, Verona Murphy, has ruled that independent TDs supporting the government cannot form an opposition group, denying them opposition speaking rights. flag This decision follows a dispute over speaking time that delayed the appointment of the Taoiseach. flag Murphy stated that she is not satisfied the TDs qualify as "in Opposition" under Standing Order 170. flag The ruling was welcomed by opposition parties, who argued it would dilute efforts to hold the government accountable.

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