Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 30 Sep 2003

Vol. 571 No. 1

Written Answers. - Hospital Services.

John McGuinness

Question:

921 Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Health and Children if an early appointment will be made at St. James's Hospital, Dublin for a person (details supplied) in County Kildare who requires immediate treatment for a hearing problem; and the reason for the delay in this case. [20420/03]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

Responsibility for the provision of health services to persons residing in counties Dublin, Kildare and Wicklow rests with the Eastern Regional Health Authority. My Department has therefore asked the regional chief executive of the authority to investigate the matter raised by the Deputy and to reply to him directly.