Ministerial Appointments

Tuesday, 11 December 2012

Ceisteanna (505)

Billy Kelleher

Ceist:

505. Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the vacancy on the Options Board; if he will outline the process that is being undertaken to fill this post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55383/12]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Health

I understand that the Deputy is referring to the Opticians Board. A nomination has been received from the Irish College of Ophthalmologists to fill the vacancy. This is currently under consideration and it is expected that an appointment will be made shortly.