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Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 March 2004

Wednesday, 24 March 2004

Questions (116)

Pat Breen

Question:

116 Mr. P. Breen asked the Minister for Health and Children when a person (details supplied) in County Clare will be called for surgery for varicose veins in view of the circumstances of the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9317/04]

Written answers

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

I understand that the patient referred to has opted for treatment as a private patient. In these circumstances, it is not open to me to intervene in the matter.