Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 31 May 2018
243. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if he is satisfied that workers' rights protections are built into the upcoming tendering process of contractors for Irish Water. [24042/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraSince 1 January 2014, Irish Water has statutory responsibility for all aspects of water services planning, delivery and operation at national, regional and local levels.
Neither I nor my Department have a role in relation to procurement by Irish Water which is an operational matter for which Irish Water as contracting authority is wholly responsible.
I understand that Irish Water has a procurement policy in place which is focused on the key areas of securing value for money, ensuring compliance with all legal and governance requirements and minimising business risks. I am also advised that a fair wages clause is a standard provision in all construction contracts entered into by Irish Water.
Irish Water has established a dedicated team to deal with representations and queries from public representatives. The team can be contacted via email at oireachtasmembers@water.ie or by telephone on a dedicated number, 1890 578 578.
