Question:
184 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Health and Children the number of staff in his Department who have made job sharing arrangements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28291/01]
Written Answers. - Departmental Staff.
Since 8 October 2001 as per the Department of Finance's Circular 31/2001, the job sharing scheme has now been replaced by work sharing in this Department. The total number of staff availing of work sharing arrangements at present is 71. My Department fully supports the new work sharing scheme and endeavours to facilitate all staff who wishes to avail of the scheme.