Ministerial Advisers Appointments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 June 2017

Tuesday, 27 June 2017

Ceisteanna (20, 21, 22)

Micheál Martin

Ceist:

20. Deputy Micheál Martin asked the Taoiseach the number of advisers he will be employing in his Department; and the areas in which they will be working. [27834/17]

Eamon Ryan

Ceist:

21. Deputy Eamon Ryan asked the Taoiseach the changes he plans to implement in his Department. [27856/17]

Eamon Ryan

Ceist:

22. Deputy Eamon Ryan asked the Taoiseach the advisers he plans to appoint. [27857/17]

Freagraí scríofa

The Taoiseach

I propose to take Questions Nos. 20 to 22, inclusive, together.

Having appointed Ministers and Ministers of State to their various portfolios across Government, I will reflect on how my Department can best support the important work ahead for the Government. I will continue to meet officials in the Department and decide over the coming weeks what changes might be required.

I am also considering the advisory supports that I might need in my role as Taoiseach and Head of Government. While I have not as yet finalised the make-up of my team, I intend to recruit a number of Special Advisers, including a Chief of Staff. All such appointments will be, of course, subject to Government approval.

Questions Nos. 23 to 26, inclusive, resubmitted.