Vol. 503 No. 4
96 Mr. Stanton asked the Minister for Public Enterprise the agencies under the auspices on her Department which have declared themselves to be year 2000 compliant; the agencies, if any, yet to make such a declaration; when she expects such a declaration, if any, to be made; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10409/99]
As I indicated in response to previous questions on this matter on 23 March 1999, there are formal procedures for regular reporting to Government on the year 2000 compliance issues in respect of my Department and the State agencies under my aegis. In addition to regular discussions between officials of my Department and the semi-State bodies, I have met with the chief executives of the State bodies and have also written to the chairmen and chief executives highlighting the importance of this matter. I am informed that all State agencies are on target for timely completion for critical systems. I continue to be confident in the ability of my Department and the State agencies for which I am responsible to cope with the year 2000 problem. As a matter of prudence I will be ensuring that appropriate contingency plans will be in place.
