I have received notice from Senator Ulick Burke that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:
The need for the Minister for Health and Children to indicate if, following her recent visit to St. Brendan's Hospital, Loughrea, County Galway, she is in a position to allow the plans submitted to her Department to advance to the next stage in order that overcrowding and health and safety issues are complied with at this hospital for the elderly.
I have also received notice from Senator Henry of the following matter:
The need for the Minister for Health and Children to initiate a screening programme for colorectal cancer, as recommended by the EU; colorectal cancer being the leading cause of mortality from cancer in Europe.
I have also received notice from Senator Leyden of the following matter:
The need for the Minister for Health and Children to outline the arrangements proposed in regard to the regional health fora and advisory panels provided for in the Health Act 2004, with particular reference to size and composition, date of appointment and the rules or procedures that will apply.
I regard the matters raised by the Senators as suitable for discussion on the Adjournment and they will be taken at the conclusion of business.