There are three staff in my Department's press office comprising one higher executive officer, one executive officer, and one staff officer. From May 2002 to date, the gross salary costs of the three departmental staff totalled €145,294.11 and overtime amounted to €24,161.59. Employer's PRSI was €6,540.57. In addition to salary costs, travel and subsistence amounted to €6,309.80.
In July 2002, I appointed a press advisor, on a contract basis, for my term of office. To date, costs of this appointment, including salary, pension contribution and employers PRSI amounted to €105,637.04. In addition payments in respect of travel and subsistence expenses totalled €4992.04.
Question No. 120 answered with Question No. 96.
Question No. 121 answered with Question No. 77.
Question No. 122 answered with Question No. 81.
Question No. 123 answered with Question No. 113.