International Agreements

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 November 2013

Tuesday, 12 November 2013

Questions (161)

Seán Ó Fearghaíl

Question:

161. Deputy Seán Ó Fearghaíl asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if a cost-benefit analysis has been undertaken by his Department on the impact of Ireland signing the Antarctic treaty; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48325/13]

Written answers

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform

In response to the Deputy’s question I am not aware of any administrative burdens that would necessitate a cost benefit analysis to be undertaken by my Department resulting from the impact of Ireland signing the Antarctic treaty.