Social Media Regulation

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 February 2014

Tuesday, 11 February 2014

Ceisteanna (128)

Damien English

Ceist:

128. Deputy Damien English asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if his Department currently engages in real-time reporting of online conversations on issues relating to his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6599/14]

Freagraí scríofa

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade

My Department is among the most active on social media. My Department's Press Office monitors online media, including social media, for material relevant to the work of the Department. Officers ensure that colleagues within the Department are kept informed, as appropriate.