Recourse over inaccurate written answers

Summary

Enright asks whether incorrect information in a written answer should be investigated and whether the Minister should face consequences. The Chair offers to consult Noonan and says the matter could be raised by motion or on the Adjournment.

Tom Enright Mr. Enright Fine Gael

I wish to refer to the point raised by Deputy Noonan. If a written reply contains incorrect information, should not this matter be referred by you to the Taoiseach, who should then investigate the matter? If a question——

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John F. O'Connell An Ceann Comhairle Fianna Fáil

I will consult with Deputy Noonan on the matter. I have no evidence yet.

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Tom Enright Mr. Enright Fine Gael

Neither have I. If a Deputy is given incorrect information, the Minister responsible should be asked by the Taoiseach to resign.

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John F. O'Connell An Ceann Comhairle Fianna Fáil

The Deputy has the means to put down a motion about the matter or could raise it on the Adjournment. I will be glad to discuss it with Deputy Noonan but it cannot be discussed now.

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