Health Board Services.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 November 2004

Tuesday, 9 November 2004

Questions (123)

Jerry Cowley

Question:

180 Dr. Cowley asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the reason a person (details supplied) in County Mayo has not received essential orthodontic treatment from the Western Health Board; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28231/04]

Written answers

Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children (Ms Harney)

Responsibility for the provision of orthodontic treatment to eligible persons in County Mayo rests with the Western Health Board. My Department has asked the chief executive officer to investigate the matter raised by the Deputy and to reply to him directly.