Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 4 May 1995

Vol. 452 No. 4

Written Answers. - Charges on Banks and Institutions.

Michael McDowell

Question:

25 Mr. M. McDowell asked the Minister for Enterprise and Employment the discussions, if any, he has had with the banks and financial institutions regarding the level of charges on banks and institutions to be paid to the Director of Consumer Affairs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8099/95]

Minister for Enterprise and Employment (Mr. R. Bruton)

I met separately on 19 April with representatives of Irish Bankers Federation and Irish Mortgage and Savings Association to discuss Section 125 of the Consumer Credit Bill, 1994 concerning customer charges.

I undertook, without commitment, to examine any proposals for amendments which they would put to me.