Written answers
Thursday, 18 July 2013
Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
Appointments to State Boards
Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Independent)
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628. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the present gender balance of the total members of State boards under the aegis of his Department; if the ratio has changed significantly over the course of the present Government's term; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36783/13]
Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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The current gender balance of the Boards of the State Agencies under my remit is as set out in the following table:
| Agency | % Females on the Board | No Females appointed by the Minister since taking office |
|---|---|---|
| Aquaculture Licensing Appeals Board | Nil | --- |
| Bord Bia | 13% | 1 and 1 reappointed |
| Bord Iascaigh Mhara | Nil | --- |
| Marine Institute | 11% | 1 |
| National Milk Agency | Nil | --- |
| Sea Fisheries Protection Authority | 33% | 1 |
| Teagasc | 18% | 1 |
| Veterinary Council of Ireland | 42% | 1 |
| Bord na gCon | 14% | 1 reappointed |
| Coillte | 22% | 1 |
| Horse Racing Ireland | 7% | 1 reappointed |
Since taking office, I have appointed 6 women and reappointed 3 to those positions under my direct control. Whenever I make an appointment, gender balance is always a consideration and a priority.
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