Aengus Ó Snodaigh
Question:243. Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform the number of Commissioners of Public Works with qualifications in archaeology. [26025/23]
View answerTuesday, 30 May 2023
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I propose to reply to PQ’s Nos. 26025/23 & 26031/23 together.
The qualifications of the OPW’s Commissioners and Management Team incorporate a diverse and wide range of professional, technical, academic and executive qualifications, skills and experience. The broad scope of functions carried out by the OPW requires a leadership team that is qualified to meet the evolving needs of government, to respond effectively to changing environmental and policy priorities and to comply with extensive governance obligations.
The Commissioners do not hold specific qualifications in archaeology or history but provide the strategic vision, governance and leadership capabilities, that are core requisites for OPW’s Management Board and have been the focus of recent continuous professional development with a view to adding to the Board’s competencies in areas including chartered directorship, talent management and executive leadership.
If the Commissioners wish to obtain specific professional advice to support them in fulfilling any aspect of their role, it can be procured from a suitable source as necessary.