Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 September 2021
635. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Health if he has deleted text messages or email correspondence related to Government or official communications at any point since January 2020 to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45039/21]
View answerSince taking office in June 2020, the Minister for Health does not conduct Government business by text. The Minister is fully aware of his obligations under Freedom of Information legislation and does not delete message that have evidential value. Emails are not deleted and all emails are stored as per the Department’s retention policies.
