Covid-19 Pandemic Supports

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 May 2020

Wednesday, 20 May 2020

Questions (721)

Charlie McConalogue

Question:

721. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Health if pharmacy students that are taking up full-time frontline roles within the health service during the Covid-19 pandemic will be paid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6102/20]

Written answers

Minister for Health

The Department is not aware of any HSE identified need in the area of pharmacy to employ individuals post placement to facilitate the emergency response to the COVID-19 pandemic.