asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the total cost of his travelling abroad in each of the years from March, 1973, to March, 1977.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Ministerial Travelling Costs.
15.
The cost of the Minister's travel abroad in each of the four years was as follows:
|
1973 74 |
£4,967.55 |
(25 journeys) |
|
1974 75 |
£5,539.89 |
(32 journeys) |
|
1975 76 |
£8,454.79 |
(30 journeys) |
|
1976 77 |
£6,179.81 |
(39 journeys) |
Were there refunds from the EEC on this?
I was not asked that but, as I understand the situation, the normal thing is that travelling necessitated by EEC membership is refunded. It may be that what is here is the cost which the national Exchequer has to pay, but I will find out for the Deputy.
Questions Nos. 16 and 17 postponed.