Fiona O'Loughlin
Question:668. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the status of an issue (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11996/17]
View answerTuesday, 7 March 2017
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The Irish National Stud Company Limited is a commercial State Body. The appointment of a Chief Executive officer is a matter for the Board of the Irish National Stud, subject to the consent of the relevant Ministers. I understand a recruitment competition is currently underway.
The current CEO has announced that he is stepping down from the position. I am aware that he has done an excellent job as CEO of the INS and I want to add my voice to the many tributes that are being paid to him. I understand that the INS Board wishes to extend the current CEO's contract for a limited period to facilitate a smooth transition to a new CEO and I am open to considering this taking into account with Government policy and guidelines.