Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 22 Oct 2002

Vol. 555 No. 5

Written Answers. - Hospital Waiting Lists.

Willie Penrose

Question:

306 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Health and Children if he will take immediate steps to expedite an appointment at the paediatric unit of Crumlin hospital for a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19269/02]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

Responsibility for the provision of hospital services to residents of County Westmeath rests with the Midland Health Board. My Department has, therefore, asked the chief executive officer of the board to investigate the position in relation to this case and to reply to the Deputy directly.