Dominic Hannigan (Meath East, Labour)
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Question 345: To ask the Minister for Social Protection her plans to recruit graduates into her Department this year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24942/12]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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There are no specific plans to recruit graduates into my Department at this time. However, since July 2011, the Department has employed 4 graduates under the JobBridge (National Internship Scheme). In addition, the Department has received sanction to employ a number of Temporary Clerical Officers to cover various staff absences during the year. The Public Appointments Service has advertised these positions and the competition was open to graduates to apply.