the parliament of the Irish Free State

(pronounced "oh-ROCK-tus") A type of super feis. In North America, they are organised by regions, having begun in 1976. Competition is by age category and gender, but there is no separation of skill levels. Dancers placing highly qualify for the World Championship in Ireland (Oireachtas na Cruinne). A North American championship competition began in 1969. Locations vary from year to year. Both the national and world championships are also called Oireachtas (plural is Oireachtasai).

The Oireachtas is the "national parliament"The term "National Parliament" appears in Article 15 of the Constitution of Ireland; it is a description of the role of the Oireachtas, rather than an alternative official title. or legislature of the Republic of Ireland, sometimes referred to as Oireachtas Éireann.