Minister of State’s European duties
The Taoiseach said Deputy Máire Geoghegan-Quinn coordinates departments’ EC work, represents Ireland on the Budget and Culture Councils, and leads preparations for the Single European Market.
asked the Taoiseach if he will set out the European duties assigned to the Minister of State at his Department; and if additional responsibilities will be taken on by the Department in preparation for 1992.
Comment on this
The Minister of State at my Department, Deputy Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, is responsible for co-ordinating the approach of Government Departments to European Community business. She represents Ireland on the Budget and Culture Councils.
The Minister of State also has the co-ordinating role in relation to the Government's campaign to promote awareness of and preparation for the completion of the Single European Market.