Commissions of Investigation.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 10 July 2008

Thursday, 10 July 2008

Questions (225)

Fergus O'Dowd

Question:

224 Deputy Fergus O’Dowd asked the Minister for Health and Children the progress to date in the Leas Cross inquiry; when a final report is expected; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29110/08]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health and Children (Deputy Máire Hoctor)

On the 25th April, 2007 the Government decided to establish a Commission of Investigation into the management, operation and supervision of the former Leas Cross Nursing Home.

The Commission consists of a Sole Member, supported by a legal team and 1 administrative post. It formally commenced its work in September 2007. An interim report was received in early March last and a final report is due in September 2008.