Departmental Strategy Statements.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 December 2007

Wednesday, 19 December 2007

Questions (212)

David Stanton

Question:

257 Deputy David Stanton asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if, in accordance with his Department’s sectoral plan, a strategic review, including upgrading and promoting usage, of his Department’s website has been carried out; if all the recommendations have been implemented in full; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35884/07]

Written answers

Minister for Social and Family Affairs (Deputy Martin Cullen)

A strategic review of the website was completed in June 2006 which recommended a full redesign and redevelopment of the website. Work is currently underway on the development of the new website which is scheduled for implementation in the second half of 2008. A promotional campaign to encourage greater use of the website will be undertaken thereafter.