Written answers

Tuesday, 22 November 2016

Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport

Olympic Games Ticketing Issues

Photo of Catherine MurphyCatherine Murphy (Kildare North, Social Democrats)
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527. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a person (details supplied) is still in a position to deliver their report within the 12-week timeframe with regard to the non-statutory inquiry to inquire into the circumstances surrounding the distribution of tickets for the Rio Olympic Games and related matters; if the person has supplied him with an interim report or draft report to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35794/16]

Photo of Patrick O'DonovanPatrick O'Donovan (Limerick County, Fine Gael)
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​The non-statutory inquiry to inquire into the circumstances surrounding the distribution of tickets for the Rio Olympic Games and related matters commenced on 19 September 2016.  The inquiry is being led by former High Court Judge, Mr Justice Carroll Moran. Under the Terms of Reference for the inquiry, Judge Moran has been asked to present a report, setting out the findings and any recommendations of the inquiry, within 12 weeks of its commencement.  The Judge has indicated that this timetable may be ambitious and some delay is anticipated.

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