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Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 16 December 2020

Wednesday, 16 December 2020

Questions (297)

Emer Higgins

Question:

297. Deputy Emer Higgins asked the Minister for Health if he will consider granting a nominal retention bonus to nurses, midwives and healthcare workers who have worked throughout Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43715/20]

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Both I and my Department recognise that our dedicated health care workers play a key role in our national effort against Covid-19. Their determination and commitment to assisting our sick and vulnerable to get the medical treatment they need, has and continues to be, very much appreciated.

Others across the public and private sectors also deserve to be commended for their efforts in combatting the pandemic. Negotiations are currently underway regarding a successor agreement to the Public Service Stability Agreement 2018-2020. It should be noted that the pursuit of cost increasing pay claims are specifically excluded under the terms of the PSSA. This means that any bonus including additional pay is not permitted under the PSSA.

Question No. 298 answered with Question No. 289.
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