Equal Opportunities Employment.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 April 2006

Tuesday, 4 April 2006

Ceisteanna (346)

John Dennehy

Ceist:

370 Mr. Dennehy asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if his Department meets the agreed national target figures for employment of persons with a disability; his views on whether that figure is adequate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13278/06]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs (Éamon Ó Cuív)

The number of staff with a disability employed in my Department represents 3% of the total number of serving staff, and is in line with the agreed Government target.

Questions Nos. 371 to 375, inclusive, answered with Question No. 368.