Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 10 Feb 1998

Vol. 486 No. 6

Written Answers. - Hospital Waiting Lists.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

213 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children when a surgical bed will be available for a person (details supplied) in County Kildare who is awaiting a bed for five days after breaking a hip and is now in Naas General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3386/98]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Cowen)

The provision of medical treatment to eligible persons in Kildare is the statutory responsibility of the Eastern Health Board is the first instance. I have asked the chief executive officer of the Eastern Health Board to investigate the position in relation to this case and to reply directly to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.