Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy asked a number of questions. We will also have a strategic advisory board, whose job it will be to oversee the implementation of the strategy.

Regarding salary levels and the retention of specialists, there could be an issue with a number of specialist roles across the public service. I have asked the Public Service Pay Commission to investigate the matter, beginning with the health service. I met the commission and its chairman, Mr. Kevin Duffy, a number of weeks ago. That work is under way. I must be careful that any decision we make regarding individual roles does not unravel or adversely impact on the integrity of our overall pay policy.

The answer to whether I believe that a specialist university is required beyond what we already have is "No". We make great use of bodies like the Institute of Public Administration. My Department has started running a number of diplomas and certificates in specialist areas to support the professional development of our staff.

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