Data Protection

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 September 2016

Tuesday, 27 September 2016

Ceisteanna (956)

Frank O'Rourke

Ceist:

956. Deputy Frank O'Rourke asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if her Department has a specific data protection officer in place; if that position is exclusive or if the position holder has other duties; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26872/16]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Children and Youth Affairs

Data protection responsibility falls within the remit of the Support Services function at my Department. The Data Protection Officer also holds additional responsibilities and there are no plans to make this role an exclusive position at my Department.