Third Level Staff

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 May 2015

Wednesday, 6 May 2015

Questions (492)

Jonathan O'Brien

Question:

492. Deputy Jonathan O'Brien asked the Minister for Education and Skills if she is aware that the Irish Federation of University Teachers calls for the implementation of the European Commission recommendation on improving pay transparency, which would help close the gender pay gap. [17615/15]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Skills

As Minister for Education and Skills, I am aware that the Irish Federation of University Teachers has called for the implementation of the European Commission recommendation on strengthening the principle of equal pay between men and women through transparency. Implementation of this recommendation is a matter for my colleague, the Minister for Justice and Equality.