Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 19 Nov 1997

Vol. 483 No. 1

Written Answers. - EU Directives.

Frances Fitzgerald

Question:

215 Ms Fitzgerald asked the Minister for Education and Science the EU directives coming wholly or partly under the aegis of his Department which are not currently fully implemented; the reference number and subject matter of each directive; the deadline for implementation set out in each directive; whether he will implement the directives by means of a Bill or Statutory Instrument; and when he will implement the directives in this regard. [19872/97]

Minister for Education and Science (Mr. Martin)

Directive 97/38 is awaiting transposition into Irish law. This directive amends Annex C to Council Directive 92/51/EEC on a second general system for the recognition of professional education and training to supplement Council Directive 89/48/EEC.

Directive 92/51/EEC was transposed into Irish Law in May 1996. I am seeking the advice of the Attorney General as to whether the implementation of this directive requires a statutory instrument or whether an administrative measure is sufficient.