Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 13 January 2026
366. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment the number of press, media or communications staff currently employed in his Department and within each agency for which he is responsible; the cost of these staff for 2025 and the expected cost for 2026; whether there are proposals to increase the number of such staff; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [75226/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department has a dedicated communications and media relations function that oversees a diverse range of communications activity. This includes press and media relations, digital marketing, campaign development and management, event management, social media and website management, graphic design, videography, and internal communications.
There are currently 17 staff working across these functions. The 2025 costs associated with these posts was €1,272,353.48. Projected costs for 2026 are €1,193,724.30.
There are no current proposals to increase the number of communications staff in my Department.
The information sought in the Question in relation to each agency or public body under the aegis of my Department is an operational matter for each of the State Bodies concerned and, as such, it is not information held by my Department. It is suggested that the Deputy contact the Bodies directly in relation to this matter. A list of these Bodies and their dedicated Oireachtas email addresses is set out at the link below.
