Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

The programme for Government sets out the propositions from the Government parties to be implemented during the lifetime of the Government. I have outlined several times to the House the issues surrounding a number of Bills that are on timelines, that is, Bills which must be published in accordance with the conditions and timescales of the IMF-EU bailout deal.

The Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform is examining which additional bodies might be included under the reform and restructuring of the Freedom of Information Act. In consultation with the Minister for Justice and Equality, he will also examine the administrative element of the Garda Síochána that can be included under a revised Freedom of Information Act. I have not put a date on this, but the Deputy can take it from me that the matter is being pursued.

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