Covid-19 Pandemic Supports

Thursday, 15 February 2024

Questions (403)

Seán Haughey

Question:

403. Deputy Seán Haughey asked the Minister for Health if the temporary scheme of special leave with pay for healthcare workers with long-Covid will be extended past March 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7354/24]

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Written answers

Minister for Health

The temporary Special Scheme will conclude as planned on the 31st March 2024. Any employee on the Scheme at that date who remains unwell may utilise the provisions of the Public Service Sick Leave Scheme thereafter as necessary.