Rural Development.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 July 2006

Tuesday, 4 July 2006

Questions (471)

Mary Upton

Question:

484 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs the membership of the National Rural Development Forum; their qualifications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25539/06]

Written answers

Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs (Éamon Ó Cuív)

As set down in the White Paper on Rural Development, the National Rural Development Forum has a wide membership including Government Departments, State Agencies, the Regional Assemblies and Authorities, Local Authorities, the social partners, local development bodies, and the wider voluntary and community sector. My Department does not hold details of the qualifications of those who attend the Forum.