Hospital Consultants Remuneration

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 2 October 2012

Tuesday, 2 October 2012

Questions (560)

Billy Kelleher

Question:

560. Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Health if he will clarify the implications of the new conditions salary levels for a person who is currently in a post as a consultant temporary at the 156k level, if they are appointed to a permanent position in the near future will they be on the old or new pay scale; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41855/12]

Written answers

Minister for Health

Salary scales providing for the decision to reduce the pay of new entrant consultants have now been issued. Those who have been successful at interview prior to 1 October will be appointed on the pay scales issued in January 2011. The HSE is in the process of preparing detailed guidance on the implementation of the new rates, having regard to the requirements of all relevant legislation.