The amount spent by my Department on drivers and Ministerial transport from February 2011 up until 31 August 2012 is as follows:
Minister Varadkar
Salaries for two drivers: €91,333.
Subsistence paid to two drivers: €12,046.
Mileage: €21,009.
Total Spend: €124,388.
Minister of State Kelly:
Salaries for two drivers: €93,723.
Subsistence paid to two drivers: €19,216.
Mileage: €21,973.
Total Spend: €134,912.
Minister of State Ring:
Salaries for two drivers: €91,630.
Subsistence paid to two drivers: €21,446.
Mileage: €33,452.
Total Spend: €146,528