Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 September 2005
258 Ms B. Moynihan-Cronin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if she will give consideration to the introduction of a nationwide cervical screening programme in view of the high incidence of cervical cancer; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24508/05]
View answer396 Mr. Naughten asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children further to Question No. 120 of 28 April 2005, if she will provide an update on the progress to date; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25311/05]
View answer421 Dr. Cowley asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children when the national cervical cancer screening service will be instituted; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25688/05]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 258, 396 and 421 together.
I am committed to the national roll-out of the cervical screening programme in line with international best practice. Following the publication of the international expert's report on the feasibility and implications of a national roll-out, the Department of Health and Children undertook a consultative process with relevant professional and advocacy stakeholders. The Department will discuss options for roll-out of the programme with the Health Service Executive.
