Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 30 Jan 2002

Vol. 547 No. 1

Written Answers. - Orthodontic Service.

Michael Ring

Question:

598 Mr. Ring asked the Minister for Health and Children the reason a person (details supplied) in County Mayo was not put on the orthodontic assessment waiting list after attending the dental clinic on 20 December 2001. [2100/02]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

Responsibility for the provision of orthodontic treatment to eligible persons in County Mayo rests with the Western Health Board. My Department has asked the chief executive officer to investigate the matter raised by the Deputy and to reply to him directly.