Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 29 June 2023
213. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the cost of enamel "Pride" badges which were produced in 2023 bearing the logo of his Department (details supplied); the total number of such badges produced; the cost of similar badges; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31801/23]
View answerMy Department purchased 100 enamel "Pride" badges at a total cost of €528.90. This cost included an amount of €141.45 relating to the design and manufacture of a mould used to make the bespoke badge. The creation of this mould will avoid incurring similar costs in the future, as the mould can be re-used without incurring any charge. The Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications contributed a similar amount towards the costs incurred for the badge mould.
The badges were distributed to Departmental staff at a Pride coffee morning which was held in the Department’s Offices on Kildare Street on 21st June and also to those who took part in the Dublin Pride Parade on 24th June. My Department has not purchased similar badges for any other events in recent times.
