About the Author / Organisation

DáilDex is an independent civic technology project built by Repath in Ireland. It aims to make Irish parliamentary information easier to access and understand, helping people engage with the work of their elected representatives.

About the Project

DáilDex uses open data from the Houses of the Oireachtas, including member information, voting records, debates, parliamentary questions and legislation. It brings these records together in an accessible website, with representative profiles, source-linked email alerts and plain-English explanations. Users can follow their representatives and explore parliamentary activity, with links back to the official records.

Why It’s a Showcase

DáilDex demonstrates how parliamentary open data can become a practical service for everyday use. It turns detailed public records into information people can find, follow and understand without needing technical knowledge or familiarity with parliamentary procedures. AI-assisted explanations help make the material accessible, while the underlying official records remain the authority.

Impact of the Showcase

DáilDex lowers the effort required to keep up with parliamentary activity and understand how representatives participate in the democratic process. It supports transparency, civic learning and informed public discussion by making official information easier to explore and check. The project illustrates the value of publishing reusable open data: independent developers can build new ways for the public to engage with it.