Jack Wall (Kildare South, Labour)
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Question 76: To ask the Minister for Justice and Law Reform his views on extending the remit of the Freedom of Information Act to cover An Garda Síochána; if he will set out his understanding of the Garda functions that will be covered; when the extension of the Freedom of Information Act will be executed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43022/10]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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As the Deputy will be aware, there is a commitment in the Renewed Programme for Government to expand the application of the Freedom of Information Act, as amended, to include specific administrative matters in An Garda Síochána. My Department is currently considering this matter in conjunction with the Department of Finance. This consideration will involve an examination of all factors relevant to the administrative functions of An Garda Síochána.