Departmental Funding

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 July 2023

Wednesday, 5 July 2023

Ceisteanna (228)

Mairéad Farrell

Ceist:

228. Deputy Mairéad Farrell asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if his Department has a policy when it comes to making announcements, specifically in relation to the need to make it clear to the public whether additional funding is being made available for an initiative, or whether this is existing money that has already been announced, in order to avoid confusion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32961/23]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

While my Department does not have a specific policy regarding announcements and the distinction between new funding and previously announced funds, I can assure the Deputy that the Department places great emphasis on clear and open communication with the public.When making announcements, my Department prioritises accuracy, context and plain language to ensure clarity and avoid any misunderstandings.