Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 May 2004
377 Mr. Stanton asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the way in which persons with disabilities can access employment in his Department; if there are special application procedures; the criteria by which it is decided that persons qualify; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13251/04]
View answerThe Civil Service and Local Appointments Commission recruit the majority of Civil Service staff, including staff for my Department. In the case of the limited local recruitment carried out directly by my Department, the procedures and practices adhered to are in compliance with the Employment Equality Act 1998 and with leading practice in the area of recruitment. The selection criteria used for recruitment is based on the qualifications required for the particular job and the ability of applicants to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post. While there are no special application procedures, applicants are invited to indicate in advance any additional relevant information or specific supports they may require by way of access, communication arrangements, etc.
