Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 July 2017
1641. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government the names of advisers he has appointed to his office since becoming Minister; the responsibilities of each; the previous employment of each; and the salaries of each. [35620/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraSubject to Government approval, I currently intend to appoint one Special Adviser, Jack O'Donnell. Mr. O'Donnell has previously served as Deputy Government Press Secretary in the Department of An Taoiseach.
In accordance with the Guidelines and Instructions on Ministerial Appointments for the 32nd Dáil, Mr. O'Donnell will be appointed to the Principal Officer (Standard) PPC Scale - €81,767 to €100,333.
Mr. O'Donnell will be assigned responsibilities across the broad, diverse and challenging agenda of my Department, including housing and local government issues, as well as in relation to media matters. He will also have a role in liaising with the Government Press Office and with other Ministers’ Offices/Special Advisers across Government on relevant policy issues within the remit of my Department.
