Aindrias Moynihan (Cork North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Gabhaim buíochas leis an Aire.

Trust and the relationship with social workers are a significant key aspect of their role for the child and for getting results for them. I am pleased with the proposal to convert agency staff to permanent staff. There has been an emphasis on agency staff over the past while, with a 126% growth in the agency staff sector but only 3% growth in permanent staff. Can the Minister set out a timeline for when she might expect to have a full complement with everyone on board and the number? Can she also keep me updated on the ongoing talks and the plan that is in place?

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