A report into the experience of first time TDs has been published this evening.

The 22 page document examined how a newly elected TD is treated in Leinster House and what may need to be addressed.

The 45% of TDs elected for the first time in 2011 expressed views on an un-named basis.

One Fine Gael TD describes how the early months were horrendous, almost unbearable and that they nearly quit.

One from Labour described it as an unproductive environment, and another that the system is a straitjacket.

They demand better training and induction to life in Leinster House rather than being handed a standing orders book.

One Fine Gael TD described giving up family and personal life after election, while a Sinn Féin TD says the hours are long and it's not great fun.