Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 30 Sep 1997

Vol. 480 No. 6

Written Answers - Consultancy Contracts.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

320 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children the number of consultancy contracts awarded by him or by the Ministers of State at his Department; their value and purpose; the costs in terms of salary or consultancy fees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15039/97]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Cowen):

One company was engaged to provide a public relations service to the value of £ 10,000 which includes the cost of consultancy fees.