Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 December 2012
590. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Health if he will provide clarification on the five vacancies that exist for paramedics in the north western region; the length of time that these vacancies have existed; when they will be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56196/12]
View answer591. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Health the reason paramedics from the North Western Region who are located outside of this region are unable to avail of the national transfer policy to return to the north west; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56197/12]
View answer592. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Health the number of paramedics seeking a transfer to the North Western Region; the lengths of time waiting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56198/12]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 590 to 592, inclusive, together.
The recruitment of and terms and conditions for ambulance staff, including transfers, is a matter for the Health Service Executive, and as such, the Deputy's enquiry has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.
