Departmental Staff Data

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 29 March 2018

Thursday, 29 March 2018

Questions (429)

Willie O'Dea

Question:

429. 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 estimated full year cost of increasing the number of staff by 10%; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14749/18]

Written answers

Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection

There are currently 82 staff (78.05 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 €375,000.