Freedom of Information

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2012

Tuesday, 28 February 2012

Questions (71)

Sean Fleming

Question:

113 Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Taoiseach the number of freedom of information requests received by him in 2011; the number of requests for which a search and retrieval fee was sought; the maximum fee sought by him in respect of a request received; the number of requests not proceeded with following non-payment of the search and retrieval fee sought; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10590/12]

Written answers

The Taoiseach

My Department received 98 Freedom of Information requests in 2011.

Search and retrieval fees were sought in respect of eleven requests, the highest being €282.99. No requests were withdrawn as a result of a search and retrieval fee being sought.