Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 July 2021
3382. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the plans he has to show his appreciation for all front-line workers under his remit other than a clap on the back; if he is planning a bonus, gratuity payment for all those workers who have been struggling and worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic; if so, when this will be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39617/21]
View answerThe Department appreciates the work of all its staff dealing with the challenges presented during the COVID-19 pandemic, including those in meat plants, laboratories, ports and fishery harbour centres. All the staff at the Department, whether working from home or from the workplace, have responded and worked diligently to continue to provide a service and carry out their duties at all times, even through difficult and unforeseen circumstances.
Public sector pay policy is not determined by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
