Bernard J. Durkan
Question:180 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children the tests, if any, carried out to assess the hearing capabilities of younger people; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5746/00]
Vol. 515 No. 2
180 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children the tests, if any, carried out to assess the hearing capabilities of younger people; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5746/00]
The provision of tests to assess the hearing capabilities of younger people, as an integral component of child health services, is the statutory responsibility of the health boards. Such tests are currently provided as part of the existing child health services for both pre-school children and children attending national school.