Mattie McGrath
Ceist:133. Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Taoiseach the number of ministerial cars or vehicles in operation in each of the past six years; and the costs associated with same. [23355/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 May 2018
133. Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Taoiseach the number of ministerial cars or vehicles in operation in each of the past six years; and the costs associated with same. [23355/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraResponsibility for Ministerial transport rests with the Department of Justice and Equality. Since 2011 each Minister now uses their own personal car and can avail of two civilian drivers. As Taoiseach, I am provided with Garda transport and drivers for security reasons. No Minister of State assigned to my Department is provided with Garda transport.