Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 February 2025
351. Deputy Ged Nash asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform the pay grade that applies to civilian drivers for Ministers of State; the current weekly rate and annual salary value respectively for civilian drivers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3243/25]
View answerCivilian Drivers are paid a single point salary, this salary plan is aligned to the Clerical Officer (CO) pay scale for both pre 1995 Drivers (Non pension contributing drivers) and post 1995 PPC drivers who make pension contributions during their tenure. The pay point is set between Point 13 and 14 of the CO Non PPC and PPC scale.
Currently non-PPC Civilian Drivers receive a weekly salary of €804.60 (yearly salary of €41,984.03). This will increase in line with the terms of Public Service Agreement 2024-2026.
Currently PPC Drivers receive a weekly salary of €842.32 (yearly salary of €43,952.26). This will increase in line with the terms of Public Service Agreement 2024-2026.
