Vetting Procedures.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 5 May 2005

Thursday, 5 May 2005

Questions (271)

Pat Rabbitte

Question:

271 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the procedures he follows in relation to vetting persons being considered for appointments to State boards under his aegis, especially in regard to tax compliance and any other issue which, if revealed, would make a person unsuitable for appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14710/05]

Written answers

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell)

I can inform the Deputy that the procedures followed in relation to vetting persons being considered for appointment to State boards under my aegis comply with the various relevant Acts and public service guidelines in place and take into consideration the work of the boards in question.