asked the Minister for Social Welfare the number of hours per week worked by watchmen employed to look after his Department's offices in Dublin at night and during weekends; the number of hours which must be worked before getting time off; the rate of wages; if steps are now being taken to improve their conditions of service; and, if not, why.
Written Answers. - Watchmen's Work and Conditions.
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The normal number of hours worked is 51 per week. One night off (Sunday) is allowed each week. The present weekly wage is £18.35 and the annual leave allowance is 18 days. Claims for increase in wages and improved conditions of service of night-watchmen come within the scope of the Departmental Council under the scheme of Conciliation and Arbitration for the Civil Service.