Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 July 2019
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Health Services Staff Data
1928. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Health the number of promotions in the HSE and across the health service that have been delayed due to the recruitment embargo; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34366/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraThere is no recruitment embargo or moratorium in the health service at present.
The HSE are required to operate within their allocated budget in line with the National Service Plan approved for 2019, but will proceed with the filling of posts associated with new developments while ensuring the safe delivery of services.
I have asked the HSE to respond directly to the Deputy on this matter.
