Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 April 2018
427. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Health if under the lobbyist register it is expected that calls from lobbyists are recorded; if this is the practice in his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17989/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraIt is not the practice in my Department to record phone calls from any source.
As provided for under the Lobbying Act 2015, the Standards in Public Office Commission established and maintains the on-line register of lobbying and oversees compliance with the legislative provision. The purpose of the register is to make information available to the public on the identity of those communicating with Designated Public Officials. Persons lobbying have to register with the Standards Commission and are required to submit returns on their lobbying activities.
As a Designated Public Official, all representations, including requests for meetings received by me are recorded on this register.
