Public Sector Pensions

Wednesday, 11 June 2025

Questions (51)

Louis O'Hara

Question:

51. Deputy Louis O'Hara asked the Minister for Transport the actions he is taking to ensure that there is a full committee overseeing the operation of the CIÉ superannuation scheme 1951; the actions he is taking to ensure that there is appropriate governance of the scheme especially through the role of the Interim Pensions Administration Body (IPAB); the correspondences he has had with the CIÉ board on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30850/25]

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Written answers

Minister for Transport

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport in Ireland.

Issues in relation to Córas Iompair Éireann (CIÉ) pension schemes are primarily a matter for the trustees of the pension schemes, the CIÉ Group and their employees.

The questions raised by the Deputy in relation to the 1951 scheme are operational matters for CIÉ. I have, therefore, referred the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.