Dublin City Council paid out some €8.32 million last year in staff and public injury claims.

According to figures released to Councillor Jim O’Callaghan, a total of €11 million has been paid out by the council on compensation claims since 2012, with the bulk of it spent last year.

Most of the money last year was spent paying compensation for claims from the public, with €7.7 million in settlements being paid. The main types of injuries were broken limbs, facial injuries and shoulder and back injuries.

Most of the claims were for broken limbs, facial injuries and shoulder and back injuries. However, the figures also showed an increase in injuries from syringe needles.

32 syringes a day are picked up from Dublin’s streets between the council and a number of groups.

The high numbers of needlestick injuries are of particular concern and bring focus on the provision of personal protection equipment and appropriate training for staff.

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