PAI’s yearly HR conference took place on Thursday 8 December. The focus of this year’s discussions was the newly-established Public Service Pay Commission.

 

The morning’s keynote address was provided by the Minister of Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohoe TD.

 

From the media

Rise in public service pension value should affect pay rates, says Minister

Martin Wall, Irish Times, 8 Dec.

“The value of public service pensions has increased in recent years and the fact should be taken into account in determining future pay rates, Minister for Public Expenditure Paschal Donohoe has said …”

 

Minister says public sector pensions must be factored in wage disputes

RTÉ, 8 Dec.

“Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohoe has said that the value of having a public service pension has increased in recent years. Mr Donohoe said this increase must be factored into future wage determination …”

 

 

Full Report

PAI’s full report of the conference, including notes on presentations from all speakers, will be available next week, Monday 12 December.