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Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 February 2012

Tuesday, 21 February 2012

Questions (256)

Finian McGrath

Question:

286 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will provide the number of retired persons serving on State boards and commissions; and the amount it is costing the State. [10361/12]

Written answers

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform (Deputy Brendan Howlin)

In response to the Deputy's question details in relation to the number of retired persons serving on State Boards or commissions under the aegis of my Department are as follows:

An Post National Lottery have two retirees sitting on their board. The total annual fees for these two members is €25,000.

The Public Appointments Service have three retirees sitting on their board. The total annual fees for these three members is €27,360.