General Medical Services Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 23 March 2011

Wednesday, 23 March 2011

Questions (97)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

97 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health and Children his plans to begin negotiations for a new general practitioner contract; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5555/11]

Written answers

Minister for Health and Children (Deputy James Reilly)

My Department and the Health Service Executive are preparing proposals for a new form of contract with General Practitioners providing services under the General Medical Services (GMS) scheme. I intend to initiate discussions with relevant stakeholders at an early date.