Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 9 December 2004
97 Mr. Ring asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the number of contracts awarded to special advisers by his Department since 1997, both temporary and full; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32792/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraTwo special advisers have been appointed in my Department since 1997. Each assignment met the terms of the relevant guidelines laid down by the Department of Finance. Both assignments were temporary and their tenure was co-terminous with that of the Minister whom they served.
