Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 17 January 2019
85. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Education and Skills if circular 0058/2006, in particular sections 3.1 and 3.2, applies to the education and training boards, ETBs; if the Labour Court recommendation 20308 and the circular referenced are being monitored to ensure compliance by ETBs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2179/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraRedundancy arrangements for SNAs are set out in Department Circular 0058/2006, and this circular is used to calculate redundancy payments for all SNAs. SNAs are employed in an ETB scheme, and not by individual schools. Accordingly, an SNA employed in an ETB scheme will be offered employment in another school in the scheme before redundancy can be offered.
Labour Court Recommendation 20308 of June 2012 is effected in Circular 034/2018 (this circular is reviewed annually). My Department investigates any instances of non-compliance that are brought to its attention, and reminds employers of their obligations to comply with the provisions of the aforementioned circular and the Labour Court recommendation.
