Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 December 2020
588. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Health the status of the investigation into a protected disclosure made by a worker from a HSE facility (details supplied); if there has been engagement with the whistleblower; the details of this engagement and any future engagements planned; the estimated date for completion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43403/20]
View answerAs Minister I cannot make any comment on protected disclosures received that could in any way identify the person who made the protected disclosure.
The Protected Disclosures Act (2014) precludes the Department from discussing any matter in relation to the protected disclosures that could identify that person. However, I can assure you that that all protected disclosures received in the Department are dealt with in the appropriate manner, in line with the legislation and the Departments policy and procedures to ensure appropriate actions are taken.
