Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 September 2012
485. Deputy Gerald Nash asked the Minister for Education and Skills the number of appointments that have been made to positions available on the boards of semi-State companies and statutory agencies following public advertisement; if he will provide details of the names of persons who have been appointed under this initiative and the agencies on which they now sit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40033/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn accordance with Government policy, expressions of interest have been sought through the Public Appointments Service (PAS) from suitably qualified and experienced persons for consideration for appointment to the following boards of Bodies operating under the aegis of my Department.
Leárgas Ltd – The Exchange Bureau The Higher Education Authority The Qualifications and Quality Assurance Authority of Ireland (to be newly established) The National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA)The State Examinations Commission (SEC) The Teaching Council To date, appointments have not been made to the Qualifications and Quality Assurance Authority of Ireland.
Vacancies on other boards of Bodies under the aegis of my Department that arise during 2012 will continue to be advertised on my Department's website. The Deputy should note that in making any direct Ministerial appointments, I am not necessarily confined to those who make such expressions of interest but will ensure that all of those appointed have the relevant skills and competencies for the positions.
Details of Membership of Boards and appointments dates can be downloaded from the Departments website http://www.education.ie/.
