Vol. 451 No. 8
44 Dr. O'Hanlon asked the Taoiseach the cost to the Exchequer and State agencies of public liability insurance premia and claims paid from the Exchequer for the last year for which figures are available; the plans, if any he has to reduce this cost; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7391/95]
Generally no insurance is effected against the risk of any loss which, if it arose, would fall wholly and directly on public funds.
With regard to the State agencies under the aegis of this Department £1,425.32 is the most recent figure available paid in public liability insurance premia.
The amount paid in claims for the last year was £3,900 and costs of £1,713.50.
In my Department increased attention is being put on staff training which would inter alia reduce the likelihood or cost of any claims arising.
