Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2012
428 Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will provide a breakdown of costs incurred in the provision of transport to Cabinet Ministers in 2011; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11906/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraA Cabinet decision was made in March 2011 confining the use of State cars with effect from the 01 May 2011 and accordingly I now use my own car for official business. The travel/mileage allowance rates payable depend on the car engine size and also incorporate a number of expense elements associated with the cost of running a car. These cost elements include insurance, full membership of AA/RAC, road tax and licence. The engine size of my car is 1400cc and the rate applicable is 46.25 cent per kilometre. The costs which I have claimed since the 01 May 2011 to 31 Dec 2011 amount to € 5,825.92.
I have two civilian drivers, both on a remuneration rate of €631.75 per week. The total salary costs involved was €34,924.70. They may also claim travel and subsistence allowances, in accordance with Department of Public Expenditure and Reform regulations, for necessary absences on official duties from home and headquarters. Total cost of travel and subsistence claimed by my drivers to 31 Dec 2011 is €733.25. The total cost incurred in all of the above amounts to €41,483.87.
