I propose to take Questions Nos. 92 and 93 together.
In my Department, 12 staff members availed of the shorter working year scheme (SWYS) during 2012. The duration of the leave ranged from 2 weeks to 13 weeks, as provided for in Circular 14/2009 – Shorter Working Year Scheme which superseded the term time circular. This circular is available on www.per.gov.ie.
22 staff members have applied for the shorter working year scheme (SWYS) during 2013. The duration of leave ranges from 2 weeks to 13 weeks.
The National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA) has advised that it does not offer term time to employees.