NAMA Board Appointments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 May 2013

Tuesday, 7 May 2013

Ceisteanna (128)

Pearse Doherty

Ceist:

128. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Finance further to parliamentary Question No. 224 of 23 April 2013, the consultation he had with the advisory board of the National Assets Management Agency prior to appointing a person (details supllied) to the board of NAMA; the date and general nature of such consultation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21174/13]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Finance

I can confirm to the Deputy that consideration of the appointment of Oliver Ellingham to the NAMA Board was discussed at the most recent meeting of the Advisory Group which took place on the 15th March 2013. Mr Ellingham was appointed to the board of NAMA as he has significant international experience in finance as well as his experience as a member of the board of IBRC.