Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

The software used for archiving material in the National Archives is Microsoft Word 2007. The problem appears to be that current electronic databases may become inaccessible in 30 years as a result of future changes in electronic data. Is the Taoiseach satisfied that the electronic data currently being stored using this software will be accessible in the years ahead?

The National Archives Act 1986 requires that a National Archives Advisory Council be appointed by the Taoiseach. This matter needs to be attended to, particularly as the National Archives is struggling to cope with inadequate facilities and resources and, in some cases, very poor storage. When does the Taoiseach expect to be in a position to appoint a National Archives Advisory Council, as intended in the legislation?

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