Phoenix Park staffing levels
Employment fell from 129 in 1980 to 112 in 1983, partly because an embargo limited replacement of vacancies. McEllistrim sought a return to 129 to maintain the park, but Bermingham disputed that the park had deteriorated.
asked the Minister for Finance the number of people employed in the Phoenix Park in 1983; and the number employed in 1980.
Comment on this
The number of people employed in the Phoenix Park on 1 January 1983 was 112 and the number employed on 1 January 1980 was 129.
Comment on this
The Minister of State indicated that there were more people employed in the Phoenix Park in 1980 that there are at the moment. Is he happy with that position?
Comment on this
In explanation for the decrease in numbers I want to say that on 21 July 1981 there were 117 people employed and there were some vacancies. Two vacancies arose after 21 July. There was an embargo at that time which meant that only every third was replaced. The number employed on 23 December 1981 was 150 and only one out of three vacancies arising could be filled. Three vacancies have arisen since 23 December and arrangements are being made to fill the vacancy of assistant storekeeper.
Comment on this
According to the Minister of State, there are 17 people fewer employed in the Phoenix Park than there were in 1980. The condition of the park has deteriorated——
Comment on this
I would like to ask the Minister of State to increase that number to 129, which it was in 1980, so that the park will be kept in proper condition.