Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 September 2026
515. Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Social Protection the number of WTE staff in his Department, by grade that are processing new applications for State pension (contributory) and disability allowance respectively, in tabular form. [68649/26]
View answerMy Department is committed to providing a quality service to all its customers, ensuring that applications are processed and that decisions on entitlement are made as quickly as possible.
The total number of staff processing new applications for State Pension Contributory and Disability Allowance are set out hereunder:
|
State Pension Contributory |
|
|
|
Grade |
Number of staff |
Full-time equivalent |
|
Clerical Officer |
43 |
37.86 |
|
Executive Officer |
7 |
7.00 |
|
TOTAL |
50 |
44.86 |
|
Disability Allowance |
|
|
|
Grade |
Number of staff |
Full-time equivalent |
|
Clerical Officer |
37 |
36 |
|
Executive Officer |
7 |
7 |
|
TOTAL |
44 |
43 |
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
