Gerry Adams
Question:296. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will report on the new procedures the Government have introduced for appointments to State boards. [3573/13]
View answerTuesday, 22 January 2013
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In accordance with the new procedures introduced for appointments to State boards, expressions of interest have been sought through the Public Appointments Service (PAS) from suitably qualified and experienced persons for consideration for appointment to the following boards of Bodies operating under the aegis of my Department. Leárgas Ltd – The Exchange Bureau The Higher Education Authority Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)The National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA)The State Examinations Commission (SEC) The Teaching Council Grangegorman Development Agency (GDA)National Council for Special Education (NCSE)Residential Institutions Statutory Fund Board (RISF) (to be newly established) In accordance with Government decision (S/180/20/1424 of 12/04/2011) persons being proposed for appointment as Chairpersons of State Bodies/Agencies are required to make themselves available to the appropriate Oireachtas committee. Vacancies on other boards of Bodies under the aegis of my Department that arise will be advertised on my Department's website. The Deputy should note that in making any direct Ministerial appointments, I am not necessarily confined to those who make such expressions of interest but will ensure that all of those appointed have the relevant skills and competencies for the positions.