asked the Minister for Health if he will state whether he has received proposals from the Cork County Council to improve generally the condition of employment of the staffs in the West Cork hospitals; and, if so, if he will indicate what action he proposes to take in the matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - West Cork Hospitals' Staffs.
I have received proposals from the public assistance authority to provide certain additional domestic staff in hospitals in the West Cork area with a view to providing reduced working hours for existing staff. These proposals are being examined and I hope to arrive at a decision shortly.