However, his €81,000 salary increase is being waived "for the time being".
Opposition parties had strongly criticised the proposed pay increase in recent months.
In a statement, Robert Watt says he does not think it is appropriate to take such an increase in pay, given the current difficult conditions the country faces.
He also says it was always his intention to waive the increase, until the economy begins to recover and unemployment falls.
Wicklow Wonders Seal Tailteann Croker Date With Limerick After Late Late Westmeath Win
The draw for the semi-finals of the Tailteann Cup has pitted Wicklow against Limerick, the side who pipped the Garden County to Division Three promotion earlier this year.
11 Wicklow Primary Schools Awarded Research Ireland Curious Minds Award
Local schools are being recognised for achievements in Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths.
Wicklow Town Amongst The Top Ten Cleanest Irish Towns & Cities
Wicklow town has climbed into the top 10 in the latest Irish Businesses Against Litter survey. It's ranked 9th out of 40 towns and cities, and is deemed cleaner than European norms.
Planned Social Housing for West Wicklow In Doubt
The delivery of 106 units of social housing in West Wicklow appears to be up in the air.
Tánaiste Pledges Full Support To Bray Residents To Prevent Herbert Road Closure
Tánaiste and Wicklow TD, Simon Harris met Bray Residents last night, Tuesday 10th June, to give his full support for the campaign to prevent the closure of Herbert Road.
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