Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 July 2013
205. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Finance the present gender balance of the total members of State boards under the aegis of his Department; if the ratio has changed significantly over the course of the present Government's term; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36790/13]
View answerIn response to the Deputy’s question the gender balance in respect of Boards under the aegis of my Department is 75% male and 25% female. My Department is mindful of the Government's target of achieving 40% female membership on State Boards. Candidates applying for vacant positions on boards under the aegis of my Department are assessed primarily on their knowledge and expertise and options are presented to me for appointment on that basis. The ratio has not changed significantly over the course of the present Government's term.
