Covid-19 (Agriculture, Food and the Marine): Statements
Dail Éireann — 2021-02-17
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Martin Browne (SF), Tipperary

I recently pointed out that when peak milk production is under way there is a possibility that a processor's ability to cope could be severely affected if workers in the sector are affected by Covid-19 to such an extent that large numbers may have to stay away from work. I have three questions for the Minister. Are there plans to vaccinate workers ahead of the spring surge? Can the Minister tell us about those plans? What engagement has the Minister had with stakeholders in that sector? Is the Minister giving consideration to putting specific plans in place to prepare for all eventualities, including a scenario in which staffing levels may drop to low levels?

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Sitting date: 2021-02-17