Departmental Contracts

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 October 2016

Tuesday, 25 October 2016

Ceisteanna (562, 577)

Thomas Byrne

Ceist:

562. Deputy Thomas Byrne asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he will respond to correspondence sent to him by a person (details supplied). [31748/16]

Robert Troy

Ceist:

577. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to a serious allegation made by a former catering contractor who held a contract with his Department for 16 years and who alleges that as a result of inference by an official from his Department and Revenue he has been caused to lose his business; if any investigation has been made into these allegations; if he has satisfied himself that all officials within his Department acted appropriately at all times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32021/16]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

I propose to take Questions Nos. 562 and 577 together.

I understand that the issue raised has been considered.  My Department responded with a clear position some time ago and regards the matter concluded.