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213 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Health and Children the steps, if any, his Department has taken to encourage members of staff to cycle to work; and if he will consider a cycling allowance to promote cycling. [8631/00]
Written Answers. - Cycling Promotion.
A number of staff in my Department, including some of the most senior managers, cycle to work. Facilities provided to encourage cycling include a secure bicycle shed and a number of showers. Any question of an allowance for cycling would be a matter for negotiation between my colleague the Minister for Finance and the unions representing civil servants.