Robert Troy
Ceist:1716. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Health when a HSE worker (details supplied) will receive the €1,000 Covid bonus payment. [42778/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 8 September 2022
Ceisteanna (1716)
Freagraí scríofa
Firstly, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all healthcare workers for their efforts during this most challenging period.
While the Department cannot comment on individual cases, I can advise that 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. Payment is currently receiving priority across all Hospital Groups and Community Services in the HSE. All eligible workers are being paid in accordance with the overarching eligibility criteria in place.
While some HSE/Section 38 employees may not have received payment yet, this may be due to a number of factors, including ineligibility, delays or non-submission of the declaration form from those who are required to submit one, or other possible local operational matters affecting payroll. Officials across HSE services are giving this matter priority attention to ensure that all eligible staff who have yet to receive the payment will do so very shortly.
I would like to remind the Deputy that it is against Department policy to comment on individual cases.