Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 313: To ask the Minister for Defence his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding the Irish Red Cross. [16184/11]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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The Programme for Government provides for the initiation of a detailed legal review of the basis, structures and governance of the Red Cross in Ireland to improve its functioning in the light of changing circumstances.

I have now initiated the process to implement the commitment in the Programme and I have engaged with the Society with regard to governance matters. I am satisfied that progress is being made in reforming the Society and I intend to meet with the Chairman and the Secretary General of the Society in the near future. I do not believe it appropriate to say anything further at this stage.