Appointments to State Boards

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 4 July 2012

Wednesday, 4 July 2012

Questions (41)

Micheál Martin

Question:

40 Deputy Micheál Martin asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he is satisfied himself that full transparency is being achieved in respect of appointments to State boards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32494/12]

Written answers

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform (Deputy Brendan Howlin)

In response to the Deputy's question I am satisfied that the new arrangements introduced by the Government have significantly improved transparency in the making of appointments to State Boards compared with the making of appointments in previous years.