Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 June 2017
252. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation her plans to provide additional specialist staff for the Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26469/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraSince I took up office as the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, five forensic accountants have joined the Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement (ODCE) and a recruitment process is underway for a further two. Additionally, a senior digital forensics specialist took up duty with the ODCE on May 30.
In addition, and due to a combination of retirement, promotion and transfer, three senior enforcement positions are currently vacant. The Department is well advanced with the process for the recruitment to the two senior posts of “Enforcement Portfolio Managers” which will be filled either by qualified accountants or legal personnel. The Department is working with the Director towards the filling of the third vacancy with a suitably qualified and experienced candidate.
The Department has no outstanding sanction requests from the Director of Corporate Enforcement.
I have already stated in this House that all options are on the table to ensure the mistakes and shortcomings highlighted by Judge Aylmer are not repeated. If it is considered that the ODCE require additional specialist staff, I will ensure this is addressed.
