John Bruton
Ceist:116 Mr. J. Bruton asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the proposals, if any, he has to increase the staff numbers working for his Department in County Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19926/98]
Written Answers. - Departmental Staff.
The staffing situation in the County Meath office has been under review for some time and a decision has already been taken to assign two additional administrative staff to this office. These assignments are currently been processed. The Department's technical agricultural officer complement, assigned to meat inspection duties in Co. Meath, has been increased by seven officers in recent weeks.