Seanad
‹ Order of Business Councillor pay deduction sympathy
Summary
The Leader responded to Davitt’s case, apologised for the insensitive timing of the pay deduction, and promised to discuss it further.
I join with Senator Davitt in offering our sympathies to a councillor on the death of his mother. I understand one has to miss 80% of council meetings before pay is deducted. I will be happy to talk to the Senator later. It certainly shows very poor judgment on the part of the officials if a letter was sent so soon after the death of a loved one, given that the person was still in mourning and involved in the care of his mother. It is very insensitive and shows poor judgment.
Comment on this
I appreciate it. I thank the Leader.