Vaccination Programme.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 September 2006

Wednesday, 27 September 2006

Questions (691)

Denis Naughten

Question:

753 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Health and Children the outcome of an examination into the feasibility of introducing the vaccine damage compensation scheme; when such a scheme will be put in place; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29446/06]

Written answers

Minister for Health and Children (Ms Harney)

The issue of vaccine damage, including a compensation scheme, is being considered by my Department at present and that examination will be concluded shortly.