Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 December 2020
122. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if it will be ensured that all the requirements of the Work Safely Protocol issued on 20 November 2020 are implemented with particular reference to the contents of section D3 (details supplied) in his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42601/20]
View answerIn line with the Government's Plan for Living with Covid-19, staff in my Department continue to work from home unless necessary to attend in person. This means that the vast majority of my staff are working remotely.
Following publication of the Government's Return to Work Safely Protocol in May 2020 my Department developed a COVID-19 Response Plan. This Plan established my Department's procedures for providing a safe and healthy workplace for all staff, contractors and visitors. The Plan is under regular review in light of the evolving response to COVID-19 and the requirements of the Working Safely Protocol. I am satisfied that my Department is in compliance with the requirements of the Work Safely Protocol highlighted by the Deputy.
