Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 March 2024
1452. Deputy Johnny Guirke asked the Minister for Health when funding will be released to fund the agreed pay increase to Section 39 workers funded by the HSE (details supplied) including the backdated element of the pay deal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12687/24]
View answerAdditional funding has been provided for in the Department of Health’s vote for 2024 to meet the costs aligned to 2024 increases and the retrospection for 2023.
Appropriate administrative arrangements are currently being developed by the HSE to ensure this additional funding for pay is made available to section 39 organisations to meet the requirements of the WRC agreement. These arrangements will enable the HSE to engage with employer bodies on the drawdown of funds.
The Department’s aim is to ensure the increased funding is made available as efficiently as possible to the employer organisations, while also providing for appropriate accountability and controls to be put in place.
