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Should workers in the public sector get Covid bonus rewards?

The Government is considering recognising the work done by workers across the public sector durin...

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14.03 16 Aug 2021


Should workers in the public sector get Covid bonus rewards?


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14.03 16 Aug 2021


The Government is considering recognising the work done by workers across the public sector during the pandemic by giving extra leave and non-taxable vouchers. 

Do you think this is a good idea? INMO President and Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Beaumont ED Karen McGowan, John Barry of Management Support Services LTD, Aisling who is a carer for her son Jack who is 17 chatted to Adrian Kennedy.

Michael in Galways whose wife works in a private nursing home, Paul in Dublin who doesn't think it's a good idea and Tony in Wicklow who is a postman. 

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