Charities Regulation.

Tuesday, 24 April 2007

Questions (60)

Joan Burton

Question:

80 Ms Burton asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs his views on the reform and the need for regulation of the charities sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14997/07]

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Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs (Mr. N. Ahern)

The Government has recognised that Irish charity law is in need of modernisation. To address this, the Charities Bill 2007 was published on 12th April last. This draft legislation has been developed to ensure accountability and to protect against abuse of charitable status and fraud. It also aims to enhance public trust and confidence in charities and increase transparency in the sector.

Question No. 81 answered with QuestionNo. 50.

Question No. 82 answered with QuestionNo. 70.

Question No. 83 answered with QuestionNo. 74.