I propose to take Questions Nos. 1598 and 1599 together.
The information requested by the Deputy pertaining to my Department is outlined in the following table:
Year
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2010
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2011
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2012
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2013
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2014
|
2015
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2016
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2017 (as at end August)
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% Women
|
50.4%
|
49.0%
|
47.1%
|
47.4%
|
48.4%
|
49.0%
|
49.7%
|
47.9%
|
The position regarding the non-Commercial State Sponsored bodies under the remit of this Department is a matter for their direct response. I have asked the Bodies to provide the Deputy with the information requested. If you do not receive a reply from the Bodies within ten working days, please advise my private office.
The referred replies under Standing Order 42A were forwarded to the Deputy.