Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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Question 431: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he has had discussions with An Post regarding its future operation and perhaps extra responsibilities; if he has given consideration to the full extent of extra responsibilities compatible with its present operation which might be undertaken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35864/09]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin South, Green Party)
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I have met a number of times with An Post management to discuss issues of importance to An Post, including the future of the company. In respect of extra responsibilities undertaken by the company in relation to its future operation, it is the responsibility of the board and management of the company to make strategic decisions regarding its future and how it will prepare itself for competition, particularly in advance of the full liberalisation of the postal sector, set to happen in 2011.

In preparation for competition, it is vital that the company restructures itself effectively and that management and trade unions in An Post work together to transform the company into an efficient, innovative and modern service provider by implementing the agreed restructuring programme and providing innovative new service arrangements for the public.