Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 April 2026
259. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if any review is ongoing in relation his Department’s policy on flexible working and remote working for civil servants in his Department, particularly in the context of increased fuel prices; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28957/26]
View answerThe DFHERIS Blended Working Policy was introduced at the end of 2023 and allows staff members to make applications to work remotely for up to three days per week, subject to business needs.
The Department continues to accept applications from all staff members to formalise their blended working arrangements. The current policy provides significant flexibility in relation to attendance in the office.
The Department plans to conduct a review of blended working practices later this year, however there will be no changes to the current policy in the Department during 2026.
