Michael McCarthy (Cork South West, Labour)
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Question 325: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will outline in detail the full remuneration packages arranged for the three new members of the Garda Ombudsman Commission, specifying in total the amount set to be paid to each individual each year, including gross annual income, expenses, bonus related payments and any other entitlements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39916/11]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission consists of one Chairperson and two members as provided for in section 65 of the Garda Síochána Act 2005. The terms and conditions relating to remuneration are determined by the Government at the time of appointment or reappointment.

The remuneration of the Chairperson has been set at Deputy Commissioner level of An Garda Síochána. The remuneration of the two members which was previously set at Deputy Commissioner level of An Garda Síochána has now been reduced to Assistant Secretary level. No provision for bonus-related payments have been allowed for in their contracts. The three Commissioners may avail of Civil Service agreed travel and subsistence rates in connection with their work.

The salary levels of the Commissioners reflect their responsibilities and the importance of securing the most appropriate people for these positions.