Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 June 2022
137. Deputy Cormac Devlin asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will consider updating civil service mileage rates for public servants who must use their car for work given the significant increase in the cost of fuel. [35185/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraMotor travel rates were last reviewed in 2017 and the current rates are set out in Circular 05/2017: Motor Travel Rates.
The rates are currently being reviewed by my officials and work is ongoing on devising new rates reflecting current input costs. Proposals for revised rates will be discussed, as per existing agreements, with staff representative associations.
It is anticipated that discussions will take place shortly with staff representative associations with a view to seeking early agreement.
