Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 May 2004
174 Ms Enright asked the Minister for Education and Science his involvement in an adjustment to the superannuation regulations in an educational institution (details supplied); the recommendation he received from the Minister for Education and Science in relation to this matter; the effect this will have on the superannuation scheme for all other staff members; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13520/04]
View answer210 Ms Enright asked the Minister for Education and Science his involvement in an adjustment to the superannuation regulations in an educational institution (details supplied); the reports he received for the Higher Education Authority in relation to this matter; the outcome of those reports; the effect this will have on the superannuation scheme for all other staff members; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13519/04]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 174 and 210 together.
The governing body of the National University of Ireland Cork, UCC, has sought approval to amend the superannuation scheme at UCC. The Universities Act 1997 provides for a mechanism for the amendment of statutes relating to superannuation schemes. That process involves a proposal for amendment from the governing body which, before it can be effective, the Higher Education Authority, HEA, must approve with my consent and the consent of the Minister
for Finance. A resolution on the proposed amendment of the scheme was passed by the HEA at its meeting of 20 April 2004 on foot of a proposal from the governing body of UCC. The HEA has now sought the consent of both Ministers to this decision. This is currently under consideration in the context of the policy issues involved.
