Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 23 Oct 2001

Vol. 542 No. 5

Written Answers. - Nursing Home Subventions.

Denis Naughten

Question:

302 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Health and Children when an application by a person (details supplied) in County Roscommon for an enhanced nursing home subvention grant will be approved; the date from which it will be paid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25029/01]

Minister of State at the Department of Health and Children (Dr. Moffatt)

The provision of health services in County Roscommon is a matter for the Western Health Board. I have asked the chief executive officer of the board to examine this case and respond directly to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.