Ministerial Advisers Remuneration

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 November 2012

Wednesday, 28 November 2012

Ceisteanna (163)

Finian McGrath

Ceist:

163. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the total number of Government special advisers employed in his Department; the total cost of employing these advisers and the cost of employing these advisers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53308/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources

There are two Special Advisers employed in my Department. Both were appointed by the Government on my behalf.

The total cost of employing these Special Advisors for 2012 to date including, Basic Pay, Employers PRSI and expenses is €192,886.