Michael McNamara
Ceist:205. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will address the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56995/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 16 November 2022
205. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will address the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56995/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy may be aware Coillte is a private limited company established under the Forestry Act 1988 and as such is operationally independent from my Department.
Any pension increases granted are at the discretion of Coillte and are subject to the approval of the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine with the consent of the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform.
A request for such consent is being considered at present.