Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 June 2020
153. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the policy on diversity in the Civil Service first published in 2002 has been reviewed; if a fundamental review to assess its effectiveness will be undertaken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11174/20]
View answerThe Civil Service is strongly committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices. Our commitment is demonstrated and documented with key actions in the People Strategy, Our Public Service and the Public Appointments Service Corporate Strategic Plan.
- Civil Service People Strategy 2017-2020; The Civil Service People Strategy action to review and revise the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Policy is an ongoing action and the review stage is still underway.
- Our Public Service Action 16; The Civil Service is currently participating with the wider public service on OPS Action 16, to ‘Promote equality, diversity and inclusion’ which will provide some key insights in revising our Civil Service policy.
- Public Appointments Service Corporate Strategic Plan; The Public Appointments Service is also actively committed to ensuring there is a focus on attracting a diverse range of talented people to take up employment opportunities across roles in the civil and public service. The Public Appointments Service has also set up a Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee with internal and external expertise including members from the Civil and Public service and outside experts in diversity and inclusion.
