Mary Lou McDonald
Question:101. Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the annual saving to his Department if spending on education and training was reduced by 2.5%, 5%, and 10%. [26627/15]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 1 July 2015
101. Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the annual saving to his Department if spending on education and training was reduced by 2.5%, 5%, and 10%. [26627/15]
View answerThe information requested by the Deputy is set out as follows. The learning and development budget for my Department in 2015 is €350,000. The overriding objective of learning and development as set out in the Department's Learning and Development Strategy is to implement initiatives which are fully aligned with our business priorities and provide an array of opportunities for all staff to develop and reach their full potential. Expenditure on staff learning and development in my Department is a valuable investment.
Learning and Development 2015 |
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Reduction (%) |
Budget |
Saving |
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€350,000.00 |
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2.5% Reduction |
€341,250.00 |
€8,750.00 |
5% Reduction |
€332,500.00 |
€17,500.00 |
10% Reduction |
€315,000.00 |
€35,000.00 |