Academic Appointments.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 November 2005

Tuesday, 22 November 2005

Questions (522)

Liz McManus

Question:

568 Ms McManus asked the Minister for Education and Science if she has satisfied herself that recent appointments in UCD have been made in accordance with proper procedures and with full accountability; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35626/05]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Science (Ms Hanafin)

Under the Universities Act 1997, universities are autonomous institutions. The governance and day-to-day management of universities are matters for their governing bodies and management in each case.