Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael)
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In the context of the internal audit report completed last August, the new OGP framework has been embraced. It is currently being utilised by An Garda Síochána. Appropriate sanction is required from that office for the placing of ICT contracts. A number of such sanctions have been provided in respect of the tendering process. I have outlined the history of this issue going back to 2009 and circumstances have changed substantially since then to ensure best practice is deployed. My Department is in constant contact with An Garda Síochána to ensure shortcomings are addressed. The Garda ICT governance board was established, building on a recommendation of the Garda Inspectorate. Its role is to provide strategic direction and oversight for the ICT programme in the context of Garda reform and to ensure best practice. I will continue to monitor this issue.