Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 11 October 2012
24. Deputy Michael Colreavy asked the Minister for Communications; Energy and Natural Resources if he will ensure that any solution selected for postcodes will support standard location tracking systems, for example satellite navigation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43731/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe procurement process to select a postcode management licence holder to implement a National Postcode System is still ongoing and being managed by my Department on a ring fenced basis. That process began last year with the publication of a Pre Qualification Questionnaire on www.etenders.gov.
The final decision to proceed with implementation of a national postcode will be one for Government and will be based on appropriate financial, technical and operational considerations. I anticipate that a decision will be made later this year in this regard.
