Carol Nolan (Laois-Offaly, Independent)
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164. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if his Department purchased or produced any memorabilia such as pens, stationery, pins, badges, mugs or other types of souvenirs to mark or celebrate Pride 2023; if so, the costs incurred; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31808/23]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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My Department's first Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan will be launched shortly. This is a key deliverable under our corporate strategy aimed at developing our people, culture and organisation.

My Department's participation in Pride month celebrations is a visible demonstration of its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and in celebrating our LGBTQ+ colleagues, families and friends. As part of my Department's Pride celebrations, Pride pins with the Progress Pride Flag were purchased and made available to staff of the Department at a cost of €919.