asked the Minister for Social Welfare if she will outline the responsibilities and powers of community welfare officers with specific reference to implementation of the supplementary welfare allowance scheme.
Written Answers - Community Welfare Officers.
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The conditions of employment of community welfare officers are the responsibility of the Department of Health and the health boards who determine the responsibilities and powers of these officers, including their responsibilities and powers in relation to the implementation of the supplementary welfare allowance scheme.
The function of the Minister for Social Welfare is one of general direction and control. This involves responsibility for policy and legislation in relation to the scheme.