Civil liability insurance for a defined group of ministry employees

Summary

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food is procuring civil liability insurance for a defined group of 209 ministry employees whose duties include activities such as inspections, authorisations, financial administration, laboratory work and the direction or supervision of works. The policy covers claims arising from professional negligence, errors or omissions, including compensation for third-party damage, legal defence and costs, and court-ordered bonds. The initial cover period is November 2026 to October 2027, with an option to extend for one year; the initial budget is €69,600 and the estimated total value including the extension is €139,200.