Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 May 2010
147 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation the sections of legislation which the Director of Corporate Enforcement has raised as requiring modification; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20534/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department maintains a close ongoing dialogue with the Director of Corporate Enforcement in regard to the operation of the Companies Acts to ensure that they are fit for purpose and any necessary modifications are made through the relevant legislative process as appropriate.
148 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation when he will introduce a Bill to amend company law; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20535/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraI assume the Deputy is referring to the Companies Consolidation and Reform Bill which is currently being drafted by the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel along the lines of the General Scheme of the Companies Consolidation and Reform Bill. The proposed Bill will consolidate into a single Act, comprising more than 1,300 sections, Irish Companies Acts dating from 1963 to 2009 as well as other regulations and common law provisions relating to the incorporation and operation of companies. It is envisaged that the Bill will be published in Autumn 2011.
