Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2017
694. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the estimated cost of implementing a living wage of €11.70 for all persons directly employed or in agencies funded by her Department; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36847/17]
View answerI am advised that, based on current staffing and pay levels, the estimated additional annual cost of introducing an hourly wage of €11. 70 for all persons, employed both directly in my Department and in agencies under its aegis and who are not already paid that amount or more, would be in the order of €266,000.
