Departmental Expenditure

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 May 2020

Wednesday, 13 May 2020

Ceisteanna (229)

Peter Burke

Ceist:

229. Deputy Peter Burke asked the Minister for Education and Skills the estimated cost to the Vote of his Department if the rate of employer PRSI was increased to 15.75% for the portion of salaries over €100,000; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4700/20]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Skills

If the rate of employer PRSI was increased from 11.05% Class A rate to 15.75% for the portion of salaries over €100,000 the estimated increase in pay related costs for the Department of Education and Skills is approximately €1.7 million.