Tommy Broughan (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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235. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the estimated cost of recruiting an extra 275 social workers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8013/16]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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Tusla has advised that it would cost in the region of €13.5m to recruit an additional 275 social workers. This figure is based on the mid-point of salary scale plus an additional 25% to cover employer PRSI, travel and other non-pay costs associated with the performance of the function.