Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 March 2009
413 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food his plans for the Teagasc organisation, especially with reference to the proposed termination of the contracts of 101 REP scheme planners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8770/09]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe termination of contracts of employment of contract staff employed by Teagasc is an operational matter for Teagasc itself.
Ministerial responsibility to Dáil Éireann in relation to Teagasc is confined to matters of policy. The Minister does not interfere in the day-to-day operations of Teagasc.
