Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 November 2019
318. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the political advisers used by Ministers and Ministers of State in her Department since the commencement of this Government; the commencement and cessation dates in each case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47963/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraUnder Government guidelines I am permitted to appoint a maximum of two Special Advisors.
Since I took up my appointment as Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection, three special advisers have been employed by my Department. All my advisers have worked across a wide range of areas within the remit of the Department including Employment Law, Employment Supports and Activation, Pensions Policy and Social Protection.
The details of their employment and cessation dates are set out in the table.
|
Name |
Start - End Date |
|
Denise Duffy |
Jun 17 to Date |
|
Alex Connolly |
Oct 18 to Date |
|
Gerry Mullins |
Oct 17 to Jul 18 |
