I propose to take Questions Nos. 1024 and 1027 together.
The Department has asked the HSE to provide the Deputy directly with details of the services it provides for people with neurological conditions. The HSE has made commitments in the 2014 Operational Plan to the implementation of the Neuro-Rehabilitation Strategy. A Steering Group has been established to guide the implementation of the Strategy and to ensure adequate links with the Clinical Rehabilitation Medicine Programme.
Waiting times, access, treatment and quality of care are a priority for reform for this Government despite budgetary constraints. The Government is determined to create a new health service that can better respond to the needs of the Irish people.