The 34th Dáil convened for its first sitting, marking a significant turnover with 64 new TDs elected, over a third of the house. Among the noteworthy names are Eoghan Kenny, the youngest TD at 24, and Verona Murphy, the first woman to serve as Ceann Comhairle. The session highlighted generational shifts in Irish politics, as well as familiar faces returning to the chamber. The new members expressed commitment to addressing key issues like housing while navigating the dynamics of the Dáil.