Departmental Expenditure

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 December 2013

Tuesday, 3 December 2013

Questions (375)

Terence Flanagan

Question:

375. Deputy Terence Flanagan asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the number of officials in her Department that are receiving the cost of club membership fees, including sports clubs and professional bodies, as part of their contract of employment; the total cost per year to her Department of paying these fees; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [51362/13]

Written answers

Minister for Children and Youth Affairs

In order to meet continuing professional development requirements some professional bodies require payment of membership fees. In 2013 my Department paid €1,185 towards professional memberships fees for four employees covering the fields of accountancy and social work.