I wish to thank colleagues from all sides of the House for what was an informed and thoughtful range of discussions on this Bill.  This Bill will enable the Houses to proceed to conduct inquiries into matters of general public … Continue reading →

I move: “That the Bill be now read a Second Time.” This Bill establishes a comprehensive statutory framework for the Houses of the Oireachtas to conduct inquiries within the current constitutional framework. It is underpinned by a detailed legal assessment … Continue reading →

Public Service Reform – Where Now? IPA Governance Forum Morning Conference: “Rationalising State Agencies: Where Are the Benefits?” Introduction Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you this morning.  I am particularly pleased to be able to speak about … Continue reading →

  Dublin Chamber of Commerce SMART Series Four Seasons Hotel Thursday 16th May, 2013  “Building a New Relationship with the Private Sector”  Introduction Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you this morning. When I spoke at this event … Continue reading →

  Address by Brendan Howlin TD Minister for Public Expenditure & Reform High Level Conference on Investing in Europe’s regions and cities: Maximising the impact of regional and local public expenditure and the EU budget 2014-2020  Brussels, 13 May 2013 … Continue reading →

Speech by the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Mr Brendan Howlin T.D.  University of Limerick – 11 February 2013   The Right to Know: Examining 15 Years of the Freedom of Information Act in Ireland   Introduction Good morning … Continue reading →

  Commissioner Hahn First Minister, Deputy First Minister Ladies and Gentlemen   I must begin by thanking you for the kind invitation to this important event. It was an invitation I was happy to accept.   We are all aware … Continue reading →

Ireland’s EU Presidency priorities Address to COSAC Chairpersons 28 January 2013 I would like to welcome you all toDublinand to thank you for the invitation to address you today.  I have participated in a number of COSAC events in the … Continue reading →

Introduction To complement the Minister for Finance’s Budget Statement, I am announcing the Expenditure Estimates for 2013. This Government continues to face a daunting challenge in repairing the economy and the public finances.  Difficult decisions are still required.  We are … Continue reading →

HR in the Civil Service ,27 September 2012, PAI Vision for HR and IR in the Civil Service: Introduction Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted to be here to have an opportunity to talk about the Government’s vision for HR … Continue reading →