As Minister I may nominate and appoint individuals to bodies within my Department's remit (subject to Government approval in certain circumstances) and nominate individuals to bodies under the remit of other Ministers.
I have set out below relevant details since my appointment as Minister for Children and Youth Affairs on 11th July 2014 and the respective remunerations.
Adoption Authority of Ireland (nominated and appointed)
Board Member
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Annual Remuneration
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Dr. Geoffrey Shannon (Chair)
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€63,120
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Orlaith Traynor
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€7,695
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Paul Harrison
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€7,695
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Dr. Helen Buckley
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*
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Anne O'Flaherty
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€7,695
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Patrick McMahon
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€7,695
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Dr. Imelda Ryan
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€7,695
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* It should be noted that in line with the 'One Person One Salary' principle, no public servant is entitled to receive remuneration in the form of board fees, save for situations that are provided for in statute.
Commission of Investigation (Mother and Baby Homes and certain related matters) - (nominated and appointed)
Commissioners
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Annual Remuneration
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Judge Yvonne Murphy (Chair)
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€172,710 (High Court Judge equivalent remuneration)
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Professor Mary E. Daly
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€585 per diem (approx. 110 days per annum)
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Dr. William Duncan
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€585 per diem (approx 110 days per annum)
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National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (nominated)
Council Member
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Annual Remuneration
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Avril McMonagle
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Details with the Department of Education and Skills
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