Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 September 2018
602. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the estimated full year cost of recruiting an extra 100 veterinary inspectors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37839/18]
View answerVeterinary Inspectors are employed in various business areas throughout my Department including Food Safety, Animal Health and Welfare, among others.
The Salary range for Veterinary Inspectors is €56,516 - €90,683.
Based on an annual salary of €56,516, the estimated full year cost of recruiting 100 Veterinary Inspectors would be €5.65m.
