Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

Yes. I knew the Ceann Comhairle would come around at me some way or other. That is why I wanted to put that in. My question to the Taoiseach is this. Can he confirm that the Department of Finance has written to the Secretary General of his Department requesting that any development within his Department which might impact upon the Freedom of Information Act would be made known to the Department of Finance forthwith?

My second question relates to the issue of fees for appeals in respect of the Taoiseach's Department and, indeed, all others. If somebody applies to his Department under the Freedom of Information Act, is refused for whatever reason and appeals that decision, the cost of appeal is €150. If the Information Commissioner allows the appeal, there is no rebate to the person who makes that successful appeal.

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