Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 May 2005
158 Mr. McGuinness asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the number of statutory inquires under her Department’s remit which are ongoing; the likely cost of each in 2005; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18153/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe information requested by the Deputy is that a committee of inquiry to investigate the alleged misconduct of a consultant anaesthetist has been established with an estimated total cost of €20,000. Although no costs have been incurred in 2005, it is expected that the €20,000 will be paid this year. A second committee to inquire into the proposed removal of an officer of a health board has been established with an estimated cost for 2005 of €5,000.
