Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 20 November 2025
581. Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Health the financial difference for a person currently on the special scheme for long-Covid, following the conclusion of the current special scheme on 31 December 2025, in comparison to the available schemes following the deadline of the final extension (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [64681/25]
View answerThe Department does not have individual data on the 159 employees who are currently on the Special Scheme for Long Covid.
When the scheme ends on the 31st of December 2025 the full provisions of the Public Sector Sick Leave Scheme will apply to anyone who remains unfit to return to work.
The sick leave scheme provides full pay for three months, followed by half pay for three months, and after that, Temporary Rehabilitative Remuneration may be applied for, which, if granted, provides up to a further 547 days of paid leave. The Critical Illness Protocol that forms part of the sick leave scheme may also provide additional supports for up to 3 years.
I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.
