Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 13 Jun 2000

Vol. 521 No. 1

Written Answers. - Hospital Waiting Lists.

Jim O'Keeffe

Question:

208 Mr. J. O'Keeffe asked the Minister for Health and Children the number on the waiting list for assessment by the children's occupational therapy service in the Southern Health Board area; the waiting time involved for assessment; if he has satisfied himself that this is a reasonable service for children; and if not, the steps he is taking to provide a satisfactory service. [16606/00]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

The provision of occupational therapy services is a matter for the relevant health board. Accordingly, the Deputy's question has been referred to the chief executive officer, Southern Health Board, with a request that he examine the query and reply directly to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.