Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 February 2026
195. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment for an update on the appointment of a new CEO of Inland Fisheries Ireland; when they are expected to take post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13429/26]
Amharc ar fhreagra196. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment for an update on the external review into Inland Fisheries Ireland; when it is expected to be concluded and published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13430/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 195 and 196 together.
The Programme for Government includes a commitment to carry out an independent review of Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI). I have written to the IFI Board signalling my intention that this review should commence once a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has been appointed and has been embedded in the Agency. This sequencing will ensure the review can draw upon the leadership of the incoming CEO and maximise the effectiveness of the review. This review will be carried out externally and it is intended that the terms of reference will be developed in due course as part of the engagement process.
While the appointment of a CEO is an operational matter for the Board of Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI), I can confirm that a recruitment process, managed by the Public Appointments Service on behalf of the IFI Board, has concluded. It is expected the new CEO will be appointed shortly, subject to the necessary approvals being obtained.
