David Cullinane
Ceist:646. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the method being used to pay directly employed HSE staff the pandemic bonus payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35367/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 5 July 2022
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Freagraí scríofa
Firstly I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all healthcare workers for their efforts during this most challenging period.
As the deputy is aware, on January 19th, the Government announced a COVID-19 pandemic recognition payment for frontline public sector healthcare workers, to recognise their unique role during the pandemic. Following extensive engagement with healthcare unions on the matter, on 19th April the HSE published eligibility guidelines and FAQs, as apply to the HSE and Section 38 agencies, which are available on its website:
www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hr-circulars/hr-circular-012-2022-pandemic-special-recognition-payment.html.
Payments are receiving priority across all Hospital Groups and Community Services in the HSE to those eligible to receive it. The payments are being processed through local payroll administrators to eligible workers and will be seen in paychecks once the payment has been processed.