asked the Minister for Finance if, in view of the fact that clerical positions in State-sponsored organisations, which are under the aegis of his Department, are confined to boys and girls who hold secondary school leaving certificates, he will ask such concerns to amend their regulations in this respect so that all boys and girls can compete for these appointments until such time as every child, who wishes to obtain it, is provided with free secondary and university education.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Clerical Positions under State-Sponsored Bodies.
I am not aware that the position is as stated by the Deputy, but in any event, I have no functions in relation to the recruitment of such staff which is the responsibility of the board of each body.