Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 13 June 2023
1167. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Health in relation to support for those with long-Covid, if he agrees that the SLWP scheme needs to be extended; and if he will ensure that this view is expressed at the talks with healthcare union representatives and his Department at the WRC to discuss the future of the scheme. [27614/23]
View answerI am acutely aware that the temporary Scheme, specific to the public health service that provides Paid Leave for Public Health Service Employees unfit for work post Covid infection is due to conclude at the end of this month and I am committed to providing support.
Sanction has been sought from the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform to extend the existing Scheme and their response is awaited. Staff representative bodies have been advised of the request to extend the temporary Scheme.
At present, those who remain unwell beyond the 30th June may utilise the provisions of the Public Service Sick Leave Scheme.
