Behind the Scenes: A Look at the Key Advisers Supporting Ireland's Coalition Government
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The article provides an overview of the key political advisers and backroom staff supporting the Irish government, including chief of staff roles and advisers to the Taoiseach, Tánaiste, ministers and junior ministers.
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It outlines the salaries and grades of many of the advisers, with the Taoiseach and Tánaiste's chiefs of staff paid around €185,000-€195,000 at deputy secretary level.
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Several advisers are former journalists or communications professionals, while others have policy expertise in areas like health, housing and climate.
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There is a mix of special advisers who are political veterans and relative newcomers, with loyalty and discretion highly valued.
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The advisers play a crucial coordinating role between government parties and ministers, resolving conflicts and hammering out compromises on policy issues.