Frances Fitzgerald (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

As I stated in response to questions posed at committee meetings, I want a mentoring programme to be put in place.

The Deputy also inquired about the expansion of the directorate and further recruitment. I am currently involved in discussions with the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Deputy Howlin, in respect of that matter in order to ensure that there will be sufficient numbers of staff available throughout the country. There are gaps in the service and if we want to carry out proper inspections, these must be filled.

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