Before coming to the Order of Business I propose to deal with a notice under Standing Order 32.
Request to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32
Under the provisions of Standing Order 32, I seek the adjournment of Dáil Éireann to discuss an issue of major public importance to Limerick and the mid-west region requiring immediate consideration, namely, the proposed decision by the Health Service Executive to cut the surgical capacity of Croom Orthopaedic Hospital in County Limerick by 50% from 3 May. I call for an opportunity for the Minister for Health and Children to intervene directly with the HSE to reverse the decision, given his and the Government's stated intention to bring the HSE under direct control, to exercise responsibility and thus avoid the disastrous consequences for patients and staff across Limerick by reversing this planned 50% cut.
Having considered the matter, I am afraid it is not in order under Standing Order 32.