I have received notice from Senator Colm 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 to have Fampyra, a medication used by multiple sclerosis patients, covered under the GMS long-term illness drug payment scheme.
I have also received notice from Senator John Crown of the following matter:
Recognising both the personal, social and economic impact of stroke and the cost of stroke to the State, the urgent need for the Minister for Health to prioritise the development of community rehabilitation services, for example, the early supported discharge programme currently running from the Mater Hospital, and to publish an implementation plan in respect of the National Policy and Strategy for the Provision of Neuro-Rehabilitation Services in Ireland 2001-2015.
I have also received notice from Senator Mary Ann O’Brien of the following matter:
The need for the Minister for Education and Skills to consider joining Ireland to New York Academy of Sciences global network.
I have also received notice from Senator Trevor Ó Clochartaigh of the following matter:
The need for the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to outline the plans for developing the N59 between Oughterard and Clifden in Galway, the present position in relation to the development and the timeline for completion.
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.