Departmental Staff Remuneration

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 March 2018

Tuesday, 20 March 2018

Questions (335)

Fergus O'Dowd

Question:

335. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding Department employees that were unable to access transport to work on 28 February 2018 due to the significant snowfall in some areas of the country and the cancellation of many rural bus services outside Dublin; if these members of staff will be paid for that day; if not, the reason therefor; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12315/18]

Written answers

Minister for Justice and Equality

The 28 February was a normal working day, and Department offices were open for business. A small number of staff were unable to undertake their normal commute due to weather difficulties, or chose to remain at home due to concern over their evening commute if the weather deteriorated.  Those with remote access worked from home, and others took a day's annual leave or flexi leave.