Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 26 Feb 2002

Vol. 549 No. 3

Written Answers. - Child Care Services.

Joe Higgins

Question:

225 Mr. Higgins (Dublin West) asked the Minister for Health and Children if he will introduce measures to ensure that children diagnosed with developmental problems receive immediate attention rather than endure further delays on long waiting lists. [6437/02]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

The information sought by the Deputy is not readily available. My Department has therefore written to the regional chief executive of the Eastern Regional Health Authority asking for a report on the issue. This information will be forwarded to the Deputy as soon as it is received.