Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 6 November 2014
23. Deputy Ruth Coppinger asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his views on comments made by an official (details supplied) from his Department on 30 October 2014 that the idea of the sector being permanent and pensionable is not written in stone; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42067/14]
View answerThe Taoiseach and I launched the Civil Service Renewal Plan on the 30th of October 2014. This Plan outlines a vision for the Civil Service and outlines 25 actions that will bring about practical changes in four thematic areas.
The objective for Government is that this plan will create a more unified, professional, responsive and open Civil Service. We want to ensure that our Civil Service is effective, efficient and ready to meet all current and future challenges.
Amongst the 25 specific action points are commitments to maximise the performance and potential of all Civil Service employees and organisations. The issue of 'permanent and pensionable' is obviously relevant in the context of addressing underperformance where, in certain instances, a more rigorous disciplinary procedure, up to and including dismissal may be necessary.
The capacity and capability of the Civil Service in effectively and efficiently performing its roles both for the public and for government is fundamentally dependent on the quality of its human resources. In implementing these actions we hope to maximise the potential of our staff.
