Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the total number of Government special advisers employed in his Department; the total cost of employing these advisers and the cost of employing these advisers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53308/12]

Pat Rabbitte (Dublin South West, Labour)
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There are two Special Advisers employed in my Department. Both were appointed by the Government on my behalf.

The total cost of employing these Special Advisors for 2012 to date including, Basic Pay, Employers PRSI and expenses is €192,886.