Brendan Griffin
Question:144. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the number of full-time gardaí earning under €40,000 per annum; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34640/16]
View answerTuesday, 15 November 2016
Questions (144)
Written answers
I have requested the information sought from the Garda Commissioner regarding the number of full time Gardaí earning under €40,000 per annum and when it is to hand I will provide it to the Deputy.
The following deferred reply was received under Standing Order 42A
I refer to Parliamentary Question No.144 for answer on Tuesday 15, November 2016.
At the time I responded that I would request the information from the Garda Commissioner on the specific query raised by you and that I would write toyou on receipt of same.
I am informed by the Garda Commissioner that the Payroll Shared Services Centre (PSSC) which is responsible for public service payroll processing and reporting, has informed the Commissioner that the specific information requested is not readily available. However, I am advised that in November 2016 there were 793 Gardaí earning under €40,000 per annum. This figure comprises Garda members employed on a full-time and work sharing basis and those who are on sick pay, and is based on annual gross salary. It therefore includes basic salary and permanent allowances, but not premium payments for working unsocial hours, which can add between 25% and 30% to the basic salary.
I hope this information is of assistance.