Health Services Staff Issues

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 November 2012

Tuesday, 27 November 2012

Ceisteanna (669)

Pearse Doherty

Ceist:

669. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Health if he will clarify the current protocol for the transfer of social workers within the Health Service Executive from one HSE area to another; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52606/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Health

As the employment of social workers, including the terms and conditions of staff transfers, is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.