Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 October 2008
324 Deputy Lucinda Creighton asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he is satisfied that the provisions of the Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003 are sufficient for ensuring the protection of electronic and paper based records within public services and private sector enterprises; if new measures are needed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35630/08]
Amharc ar fhreagraI refer the Deputy to my reply to Parliamentary Question No. 45 of Thursday 2 October, 2008. As stated in that reply, I have decided to establish a broad consultative process, to include the relevant stakeholders, with a view to studying the complex issues arising, including the question of a mandatory reporting system, and incorporating an examination of the economic impact of any changes to Data Protection Law. The group, which will be chaired by Eddie Sullivan, former Secretary General for Public Service Management and Development, Department of Finance will have responsibility for examining the relevant issues, is in the process of being convened.
