Gino Kenny (Dublin Mid West, People Before Profit Alliance) | Oireachtas source

I thank all the witnesses for attending. There is a huge challenge concerning home care at the moment, and there always has been. I was a home care worker for a long time before I was elected to the Dáil, so I have an insight into the home care setting. It is a very rewarding job but it can be very challenging in some cases.

I have some quickfire questions. Regarding travel time and travel expenses, what is the additional cost to the provider? Obviously, this would have a bearing on the worker. What is the hourly rate the HSE gives to a private provider?