Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 September 2021
186. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Taoiseach if he will ensure that all staff in his Department and public bodies and agencies that operate under his remit who, by necessity of their work have to come into close proximity with others, including other employees or members of the public are provided with medical grade masks in the EN14683 category [44384/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department will continue to comply with latest public health advice and the Work Safely Protocol in relation to attendance by staff in the workplace. Attendance by staff continues to be on the basis of maintaining social distancing at all times in the workplace so the wearing of face masks is not mandatory. The same position applies in the National Economic and Social Development Office, which is the only body under the aegis of my Department. Face masks which comply with EU regulatory requirements are available to staff and visitors in both offices.
