Department of the Taoiseach
FOI Requests — 2103 requests
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 26 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Any email correspondence to Taoiseach Simon Harris since 1 October 2024 in relation to double social welfare payments - specifically, individuals in receipt of double social welfare payments who have expressed that they don't want them. Should this request be too voluminous, I request a randomly selected sample of 30 emails that fall within its scope.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 12 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
All correspondence between Taoiseach Simon Harris and Minister Eamon Ryan, dated between May 1st, 2024 and October 15, 2024.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 12 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Correspondence sent to Taoiseach Simon Harris from members of the public regarding the "Leinster House bike shed" between September 1 2024 and the date of this request
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 12 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I am seeking any documentation/records held by the Department in relation to the following: Submissions received by the following interest groups in relation to Remote Working/Working From Home/Hybrid Working/Right to Request Remote Working American Chamber of Commerce Ireland/AmCham Timeframe 01/03/2020 to present date
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 12 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I am writing to formally request information under the Freedom of Information Act regarding the financial activities and use of state resources by former Taoiseach Charles Haughey. Specifically, I am seeking documentation and records that pertain to the following areas during his time in office and beyond: 1. Use of State Funds for Personal Expenditure I am requesting records, invoices, and documentation from [specific time period, if known] detailing any use of state funds by Charles Haughey for personal expenses not directly related to official state business. This may include, but is not limited to, expenses related to household costs, personal travel, luxury items, or private events. 2. Charitable Donations and Financial Misconduct I would like access to any documents or investigative files relating to allegations that charitable donations, such as those intended for the Irish Kidney Association, were diverted or misappropriated by Charles Haughey or any related parties. 3. State-Funded Renovations and Maintenance at Kinsealy House Please provide a detailed breakdown of all state-funded renovations or maintenance projects conducted at Charles Haughey’s private residence, Kinsealy House, including cost estimates, project approvals, and the justification for using public funds for these projects. 4. Financial Assistance Following His Resignation I am seeking documentation on any pension arrangements, severance payments, or financial assistance provided to Haughey after his resignation, including justifications and the decision-making process for these disbursements. 5. Costs Incurred on Foreign Trips and Diplomacy Please provide records of any costs incurred on foreign trips undertaken by Charles Haughey, including travel, accommodation, hospitality, and expenses for accompanying parties, along with any communications relating to these expenditures. 6. Investigations by the Public Accounts Committee I would like to access any internal reports, minutes, or findings from the Public Accounts Committee (or similar investigative bodies) that scrutinized the use of state
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 8 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 regarding the Taoiseach's confidential briefing for the 2024 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Specifically, I would like to request: 1. Copies of all documents related to the confidential briefing prepared for the Taoiseach for the 2024 UNGA, including but not limited to: Briefing notes. Background information. Policy positions or recommendations. 2. Any correspondence or communications between the Department of the Taoiseach and relevant stakeholders or advisors regarding the UNGA briefing. 3. Information on the key topics or issues that were discussed or highlighted in the briefing.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 8 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Copies of all correspondence between Taoiseach Simon Harris and representatives of Meta, Apple, Microsoft, Intel, X, Google, Tik Tok, Amazon, Amazon Web Services. Copies of the minutes of all meetings between Mr Harris and representatives of the same companies. The time period can be limited to 26/6/2024 to 11/9/2024
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 6 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
The Housing for All (HfA) cross-government communications group, chaired by the Government Information Service (GIS) meets on a regular basis to co-ordinate and plan communications relating to HfA. In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: minutes of all HfA cross-government comms group meetings from March 1 to date records of all material presented at the meetings
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 4 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Correspondence sent to Taoiseach Simon Harris from members of the public regarding the €9m allocation in Budget 2025 for smartphone pouches in education between October 1, 2024 and the date of this request
- GrantedReceived —Decided 1 November 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Minutes or notes of any meeting between officials and the directly-elected Mayor of Limerick since June 7, 2024.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 29 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
The application is for the email correspondence between the office of An Taoiseach and PriceWaterhouseCoopers – as set out in this entry on the Lobbying Register. (Link)
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 25 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
(1). The details of all sporting tickets (received and offered) to Taoiseach Simon Harris since his appointment as Taoiseach in April 2024. As well as any correspondence regarding them and any invoices or receipts incurred in the attendance of said events. (2). A register of gifts received by Taoiseach Simon Harris since his appointment as Taoiseach in April 2024.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 24 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I would like to request the following information for each trip taken by these officials: 1. Dates of departure and return. 2. Destinations visited. 3. Purpose of each trip. Records of all foreign travel undertaken during the years 2021 - 2022 - 2023 by the Taoiseach (Prime Minister) and the Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohoe.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 23 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Access to any minutes / notes relating to the meeting in May 2024 between An Taoiseach Simon Harris and David Courell (Interim CEO of FAI), Paul Cooke (President of FAI), and Alexsander Ceferin (President of UEFA).
- GrantedReceived —Decided 23 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Details and monetary value of all gifts received by the Taoiseach and/or officials within the Department of the Taoiseach between 1 January 2023 and 19 September 2024.Details and monetary value of all gifts given to foreign dignitaries by the Taoiseach and/or officials within the Department of the Taoiseach between 1 January 2023 and 19 September 2024.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 22 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I would like to make a request for all emails or letters from members to the public to the Taoiseach Simon Harris about Budget 2025.I would like the request, under the Freedom of Information Act, to cover the period from October 1, 2024 until the present day.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 22 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Could I please request records of all communications received by the Department from members of the public, groups, organisations and political parties offering suggestions, ideas or requests about how the Government should spend the €13 billion euro in back taxes that Ireland is due to receive from Apple. I wish to cover the timeframe 10/09/24 to present day.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 21 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I wish to request access to the job description or role profile for the position of Secretary General or Deputy Secretary General used in the recruitment process on the last occasion either position was advertised.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 21 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I would like copies of all correspondence between Taoiseach Simon Harris/Taoiseach’s Office and representatives of Meta, X and Tik Tok dated between April 9 2024 and August 19, 2024. Copies of the minutes of all meetings between Taoiseach Simon Harris and representatives of the same companies.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 16 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Glenveagh Properties has reported meeting with department officials between May 1 and August 31. (Link). In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: all final versions of briefing material prepared by officials ahead of any meetings between the parties from May 1 to August 31 minutes for the meeting(s) records of all material presented at the meeting(s)
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 16 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Tuath Housing Association has reported meeting with department officials on July 17. (Link). In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: all final versions of briefing material prepared by officials ahead of the July 17 meeting minutes for the meeting records of all material presented at the meeting
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 15 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I wish to request access to any record which sets out the cost to date in 2024 of providing period products free of charge as part of measures to address period poverty.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 14 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
1) All email correspondence between Taoiseach Simon Harris and Professor Stephen Kinsella (Economic advisor to An Taoiseach) between 01 July 2024 to current date 2) Records of all reports, presentations and memos prepared by Professor Stephen Kinsella (Economic advisor to An Taoiseach) and sent to Taoiseach Simon Harris between 01 July 2024 to current date 3) Minutes from meetings between Taoiseach Simon Harris and Professor Stephen Kinsella (Economic advisor to An Taoiseach) between 01 July 2024 to current date 4) All emails sent by Taoiseach Simon Harris that mention Professor Stephen Kinsella between 01 June 2024 and 08 July 2024 5) Correspondence between Sarah Bardon (Chief of Staff to An Taoiseach) and Chris Donoghue (government press secretary) and Professor Stephen Kinsella (Economic advisor to An Taoiseach) between 01 July 2024 to current date
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 9 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Minutes for the March 25 meeting of the department's executive board note that the Housing Investment Group met on March 25. In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: Minutes for the Housing Investment Group meeting on March 25 All material presented at the meeting
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 9 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Access to all correspondence between Christop Schwizter of Dublin Zoo and An Taoiseach Simon Harris during 2024
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 9 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Correspondence the Taoiseach has received about the timing of the next general election, both from the public and colleagues, from August 1st, 2024, to present.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 7 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Copy of correspondence (including submissions or representations) between technology companies X (formerly Twitter), Facebook or TikTok and the office of An Taoiseach since 01 March 2024
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 4 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Minutes for the March 25 meeting of the department's executive board note that the SG Implementation Group on Housing met on March 22. In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: Minutes for the SG Implementation Group on Housing meeting on March 22 All material presented at the meeting
- GrantedReceived —Decided 1 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I wish to request access to the most recent internal guidelines or policy document issued by your FOI body regarding 1. the use of messaging apps or platforms (such as, but not limited to, SMS text messages, MMS messages, WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Snapchat, Instagram, Viber, WeChat, Hago, Messenger, BitMessage, Ring, Line, bulk SMS systems), or 2. the retention and archiving of messages sent using messaging platforms, or the transfer of such messages to a central repository with a view to ensuring compliance with FOI requests and data protection SARs. My request should be limited to cover the period from 1 January 2021 to date, and I will be satisfied if I receive the most recent guidance note / office notice / internal circular dealing with the use of messaging apps and the retention of all types of communications
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 1 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I wish to request access to any statistical analysis of FOI requests received in your body in the period from 1 January 2024 to 30 June 2024 - e.g., number of requests received broken down by requester, by section processing, by result (grant, part grant, refuse), by topic, by category of requester, by fee charged, comparison with same period in earlier years, etc. I am seeking any single record, or the smallest number of records possible to provide the information sought - I am not seeking "any and all" such records. I also seek only any record which already exists - I do not want any new analysis undertaken on foot of this request.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 1 October 2024Department of the Taoiseach
A current listing of gifts received into the Department which exceed the value of €650 (Further to a response to FOI/2024/0138, I understand there is a current listing of gifts received into the Department which exceed the value of €650 (record #23 in response to FOI/2024/0138). Record #23 provided in response to FOI/2024/0138 was partly redacted. I am seeking that full listing unredacted. It would also be helpful to know the precise date of the listing and the person responsible for the creation of the listing.)
- GrantedReceived —Decided 30 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I wish to request access to any record which shows the number of participants from your FOI body who attended (1) training courses dealing with EU or Irish competition law and (2) training courses dealing with EU or Irish procurement law, since January 2022, in each case broken down showing the grades of participants, please.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 30 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
The number of correspondences to the Department of Taoiseach since January 1st 2019 regarding the murder of Pat Finucane. Examples of correspondences to the Department of Taoiseach since January 1st 2019 regarding the murder of Pat Finucane.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 26 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
1. A copy of the minutes of a meeting the Taoiseach held with clinical lead of spinal services at Children's Health Ireland David Moore in recent weeks to discuss surgery waiting lists. 2. A copy of the minutes of a meeting the Taoiseach held with the officials from the Department of Health recently to discuss waiting lists for children's orthopaedic surgeries. 3. All correspondence between the Taoiseach and the Minister for Health regarding waiting lists for children's surgeries from April 1st to August 20th. *Taoiseach Simon Harris referred to the meeting with David Moore and a meeting with officials from the Dept of Health during a press conference in Dublin today (Aug 20th).
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 19 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
A copy of the minutes of the meetings of the Labour Employer Economic Forum (LEEF) in the period 1 Jan 2018 to date. A list of the existing or previous sub-groups of the Labour Employer Economic Forum (LEEF).
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 19 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
A copy of any records held referring or relating to the possible inclusion or exclusion of the following organisations from the membership of the Labour Employer Economic Forum (LEEF): Nursing Homes Ireland, Family Business Network, ISME, British Irish Chamber, and Federation of Early Childhood Providers. A copy of any correspondence between the department and any of the above with regard to inclusion or exclusion from LEEF.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 11 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
A copy of the meeting minutes from the senior officials group responsible for the state response to migration from Ukraine and through the international protection process. This request to cover the period 1 Jan 2024 to date.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 10 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
All documents received and sent by the Department from other Government Departments and stakeholders involved in the Cork Event Centre from 1 April 2024 to 25th July 2024 including any memos for all Ministers
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 9 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Records created on or after 1 January 2018 until 11 July 2024, relating to the Rolex Milgauss watch given as a gift to the Ceann Comhairle Sean O Fearghaill in 2018 on a trip to the United Arab Emirates, and which was, subsequently stored in a safe in the office of the Taoiseach.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 3 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
1. All Credit Card Statements for December 2023, January 2024, and June 2024 2. All Bank Account Statements for December 2023, January 2024, and June 2024
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 2 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
All correspondence between John Moran, directly elected mayor of Limerick, and the Taoiseach's Department.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 2 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
– A copy of all correspondence sent to the department from world leaders or heads of state following the resignation of Leo Varadkar, and the response which was issued in each case. – A copy of all correspondence sent to the department from world leaders or heads of state congratulating Simon Harris on his appointment as Taoiseach and the response which was issued in each case.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 2 September 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Emails, meeting minutes, records of calls, briefings, memos and other available correspondence relating to the meeting held between then Taoiseach Simon Harris and Dairygold on May 10, 2024. The meeting was held at Dairygold’s headquarters in Mitchelstown, and a press release from Dairygold can be found here.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 29 July 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Copies of all correspondence between Taoiseach Simon Harris and representatives of Meta, Apple, Microsoft, Intel, X, Google, Tik Tok, Amazon, Amazon Web Services. Copies of the minutes of all meetings between Mr Harris and representatives of the same companies. The time period can be limited to 4/5/2024 to 25/6/2024.The records should include copies of any documents attached or enclosed with the correspondence.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 26 July 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Copies of any Cabinet records referring or relating to the possible introduction of a register of interest for the judiciary. This request should cover the period 1 Jan 2016 to 31 Dec 2017.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 26 July 2024Department of the Taoiseach
I am seeking the following records: Internal Communications: Emails, memos, and other forms of correspondence within the department concerning the establishment of the Citizens' Assembly on Drugs Use. Communications between your department and other government departments or agencies involved in the assembly. Reports and Documents: Any reports, proposals, or briefing documents related to the formation, objectives, and operational plans of the Citizens' Assembly on Drugs Use. Minutes of meetings or notes from discussions held within your department or between departments regarding the assembly. Policy Documents: Documents outlining the legislative, policy, or operational changes considered or recommended for the assembly. Records detailing the selection process for assembly members and the terms of reference for the assembly. Submissions and Deliberations: Submissions received from stakeholders, experts, or the public that were considered in the planning of the Citizens' Assembly on Drugs Use. Records of deliberations or consultations held within your department or with other bodies regarding the assembly. I am particularly interested in records created or held from February 2021 to the present.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 25 July 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Pinnacle Public Affairs has reported lobbying the department on behalf of Irving Oil between January 1 and April 30 2024, to request that Irving Oil be added to the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Taskforce. (Link Here) I wish to request access to the following records/details: All paper and digital correspondence (emails, letters, texts, WhatsApps, faxes) between the department and Pinnacle (when acting on behalf of Irving) and/or Irving between 1 January and 30 April 2024 All briefing material prepared by officials ahead of any meetings between the parties for the same period Minutes for such meetings Records of all material presented at such meetings
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 24 July 2024Department of the Taoiseach
1. Correspondence between the Taoiseach's advisers and Department officials regarding the recognition of the state of Palestine between the period 01 April 2024 and the present day. 2. Correspondence between the Taoiseach and his advisers regarding the recognition of the state of Palestine between the period 01 April 2024 and the present day. 3. Correspondence between the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Department of the Taoiseach regarding the recognition of the state of Palestine between the period 01 April 2024 and the present day. 4. Correspondence from the general public regarding the recognition of the state of Palestine between the period 01 April 2024 and the present day. 5. Correspondence from any state agencies, multinationals based in Ireland and any other companies or people on their behalf regarding the recognition of the state of Palestine between the period 01 April 2024 and the present day. 6. Correspondence from Israel's ambassador to Ireland regarding the recognition of the state of Palestine between the period 01 April 2024 and the present day.
- GrantedReceived —Decided 22 July 2024Department of the Taoiseach
a) The total number of car parking spaces currently available to staff of your public body in the Dublin City Council area. b) The number of car parking spaces currently owned by your public body in the Dublin City Council area. c) The number of car parking spaces currently leased by your public body in the Dublin City Council area. d) The number of car parking spaces currently provided to your public body by the OPW in the Dublin City Council area.
- Part-GrantedReceived —Decided 18 July 2024Department of the Taoiseach
Microsoft Ireland has reported meeting with the department (link here) between January 1 and April 30 2024. In accordance with section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request access to the following records/details: All paper and digital correspondence (emails, letters, texts, WhatsApps, faxes) between the department and Microsoft between 1 January and 30 April 2024 All briefing material prepared by officials ahead of any meetings between the parties Minutes for such meetings Records of all material presented at such meetings