The HSE is to investigate reports that over 2 million euro in secret top-ups were made to staff members at St John of God mental health services.
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It is understood the money was paid to senior executives in lump sums three years ago, despite strict caps on payments to charity staff.
A HSE spokesperson has said that a full review will be conducted.
The concerns over St John of God follow reports of financial irregularities at the suicide prevention charity Console – which the Health Minister Simon Harris will discuss with the HSE today.
Sinn Féin's Deputy Leader Mary Lou McDonald says the Government needs to act fast.
