Departmental Staff Data

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 January 2018

Tuesday, 16 January 2018

Questions (1638)

Willie O'Dea

Question:

1638. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the number of staff working in the social welfare appeals office; the full-year cost of increasing the number of staff by 10%; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1246/18]

Written answers

Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection

There are currently 84 staff (80.15 full-time equivalent) working in the Social Welfare Appeals Office.

The full year cost of increasing the staff complement by 10% would amount to approximately €458,000.