Brian Stanley (Laois-Offaly, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I am not aware that that is provided for by way of a Standing Order. I cannot confirm whether it is or is not in a Standing Order but I am not aware of it if that is the case. I have not heard anybody say it is in a Standing Order. It may be just custom and practice. The committee secretariat will seek clarification on whether it is provided for in any Standing Order or other procedure that a Deputy or Senator cannot be a member of both committees.