Written answers

Thursday, 5 May 2005

Department of Education and Science

Vetting Procedures

5:00 pm

Photo of Pat RabbittePat Rabbitte (Dublin South West, Labour)
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Question 284: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the procedures she follows for vetting persons being considered for appointments to State boards under her aegis, especially in regard to tax compliance and any other issue which, if revealed, would make a person unsuitable for appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14711/05]

Photo of Mary HanafinMary Hanafin (Dún Laoghaire, Fianna Fail)
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State boards are subject to the relevant legislation. In considering a person's suitability for appointment to a board, consideration is given to a range of factors, including any known or potential conflict of interest. My Department, in conjunction with other relevant Departments, has been considering whether tax clearance certificates can and should be required of persons being considered for appointment to State boards. Based on the outcome of that process, I will consider further with my Cabinet colleagues whether any change to the existing arrangements is appropriate.

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