Written answer
Social Welfare Payments
The HSE instructed managers to look favourably on CIP applications, while supporting workplace accommodations and returns, with dissatisfied employees directed to nationalHR@hse.ie.
3533. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Health to intervene on behalf of a person (details supplied); to allow for CIP payment in this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56760/26]
Comment on this
In response to a meeting that took place with the Taoiseach, INMO and the Department of Health, the HSE issued a Circular to all Managers on the 1st of May 2026 instructing them to look favourably at applications for CIP. The focus across the health system remains on supporting people to recover and return to work where possible, including through reasonable workplace accommodations and phased returns. I can confirm that the Department of Health is working closely with the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation (DPER), as well as the Health Service Executive on the matter. If an employee is not happy with the outcome of their application, I would advise them to contact nationalHR@hse.ie