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Abuse Of Staff At Intreo Offices In Kildare, Laois And Limerick Highlighted In Dáil

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There are calls for an independent review of working conditions

There are calls for an independent review to be carried out into the working conditions of staff at Intreo offices.

Social Democrats TD Eoin Hayes told the Dáil today employees in Newbridge, Portlaoise and Limerick branches have reported to experience high levels of verbal and physical abuse at work.

He is calling on the Department of Social Protection to provide trauma-informed training for staff.

Operated by the Department of Social Protection, Intreo acts as a "single point of contact" for employment services, income supports, and community welfare services across Ireland.

Minister Dara Calleary says any form of abuse towards civil servants will not be tolerated:

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