Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)

I wish to probe the matter further. There are approximately 17 locations in the first phase the Minister published if one ignores those reverse commuting from Dublin. A tiny proportion of Dublin-based employees have opted to move in the majority of the 17 cases. With regard to the four State agencies, only 2%, 4% and 8% have applied. Less than a quarter of public servants based in Dublin are opting for positions. Is the Minister telling those based in Dublin that their opportunities for promotion are now entirely closed off because of the selection made? How does that tally with the concept of a voluntary programme? People can exercise their right not to move but their career path will grind to a halt if they do so.

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