Sandra McLellan (Cork East, Sinn Fein)
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405. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the annual salary for the chairperson of EirGrid; his views on whether this is an acceptable amount; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2403/14]

Pat Rabbitte (Dublin South West, Labour)
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It is important that the boards of Irish Commercial Semi State Companies are led by persons with the requisite knowledge, skills, expertise, competence and leadership ability required to ensure such companies perform optimally. The position of Chairperson of EirGrid does not carry an entitlement to a salary. However, the Chairperson is offered an annual fee. Currently the fee offered to the Chairperson of EirGrid is €21,600.