Dáil Éireann - Volume 440 - 23 March, 1994

Written Answers. - Compliance with Equality Principles.

31. Mr. Currie asked the Minister for Equality and Law Reform the arrangements which exist to enable him to ensure compliance with equality principles in other Government Departments; and if he has satisfied himself with these arrangements.

Minister for Equality and Law Reform (Mr. Taylor): Compliance with equality principles is primarily a matter for each Minister in his or her own area. I ensure that the interests of women and of disadvantaged groups are taken into account, particularly in relation to proposals that come before Government.