Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 10 December 2020
269. Deputy Bríd Smith asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if professional fees are paid by his Department on behalf of employees; if so, the total number involved; and the amount of each fee. [42704/20]
View answerIn supporting ‘Continuous Professional Development’ (CPD), my Department's Training and Development Strategy recognises the value of membership of professional bodies in the context of keeping pace with the latest professional standards and practices.
In 2020, 71 professional fees were paid totaling €28,080.68
A full breakdown is contained in the attached Excel spreadsheet.
