Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 July 2017
1601. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Social Protection the number of staff in her Department that are suspended from work on full pay; the reason in each case; the time in each case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36736/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department currently has four staff members suspended from work pending the completion of investigations under the Civil Service Disciplinary Code.
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- |
Grade |
Suspended From |
Reason for Suspension |
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1. |
HEO |
August 2012 |
Alleged Fraud |
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2. |
EO |
June 2015 |
Alleged Inappropriate Behaviour |
|
3. |
HEO |
September 2015 |
Alleged Inappropriate Behaviour |
|
4. |
EO |
November 2015 |
Alleged Inappropriate Behaviour |
In relation to case 1 above this is being dealt with by the Gardaí, who had requested that the Department delay action until completion of their investigations.
In relation to cases 2, 3 and 4 above, the investigations are now complete and appropriate action is being taken in accordance with the Civil Service Disciplinary Code.
