Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 February 2009
417 Deputy Paul Gogarty asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the powers he possesses in relation to the hiring and firing of senior executives and management staff at the ESB; the powers he has in relation to freezing the pay of ESB workers in the current economic crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5650/09]
View answerI have no powers in relation to the appointment and dismissal of senior executives and management staff at the ESB, nor do I have any powers in relation to determining the pay of ESB workers. The appointment and dismissal of the Chief Executive is a matter for the Board but the remuneration and allowances are subject to my approval and the consent of the Minister for Finance in accordance with section 7 of the Electricity (Supply) (Amendment) Act, 1988.
