Verona Murphy’s election as Ceann Comhairle marks a historic moment as she becomes the first woman to hold the position in the 34th Dáil. The Wexford TD assumed the role amid ongoing coalition negotiations and is set to oversee the conduct of TDs in the lower house while chairing the Houses of the Oireachtas Commission. Despite past controversies during her political journey, Murphy’s election represents a significant step in building confidence between major parties and independent TDs, promising a brighter political future.