Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 21 Apr 1998

Vol. 489 No. 6

Written Answers. - Abbey Theatre Redundancies.

Liz McManus

Question:

571 Ms McManus asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht and the Islands the position regarding the proposed redundancy package for members of the Abbey Theatre company; when the financial package and new pension arrangements will be finalised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9102/98]

Minister for Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht and the Islands (Miss de Valera)

I am still considering the report on the proposed severance package for the members of the Players Council of the Abbey Theatre which has been submitted to my Department by An Chomhairle Ealaíon.