Sinn Féin review of TDs’ salaries under way

Sinn Féin has confirmed that a review of salaries for its Oireachtas members is under way.

Wed, 03 Aug, 2016 - 01:00

Juno McEnroe

However, the move could backfire for the Gerry Adams-led party.

Currently, TDs take a salary in line with the €35,000 average industrial wage. Increases in their take-home salary could be signed off on by the party leadership as early as next month.

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