Social Impact Bonds

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 July 2013

Thursday, 18 July 2013

Questions (264)

Catherine Murphy

Question:

264. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when a system of social impact bonds will be put in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36305/13]

Written answers

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform

The Steering Committee on Social Impact Investing is progressing projects in the context of a developing a pilot phase. I understand that the assessment of projects by the Steering Committee will be finalised in the near future, following which I will be in a position to seek Government approval on the future strategic direction of Social Impact Investing in Ireland.