Disabled workers under the incentive scheme
O’Brien sought particular consideration for disabled people across all levels of employment. The Minister said disabled people are covered and would keep the Deputy’s views in mind.
Would the Minister agree to extend this premium to the employment of disabled persons in all forms of employment?
Comment on this
Disabled persons are include under this scheme. With the extension of the scheme it will cover the services sector, the building sector, the hotel catering and tourism sector in addition to the manufacturing and agricultural industries where they are already operate.
Comment on this
Will the Minister look at this question in relation to all levels of employment? When this is finalised some sections of employment might possibly be excluded. Would the Minister have particular consideration for disabled persons?