Emigration Data

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 14 May 2014

Wednesday, 14 May 2014

Questions (212)

Finian McGrath

Question:

212. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Health the number of young qualified nurses leaving Ireland each year, especially in 2013 and 2014, or any statistical information he may have regarding qualified nurses emigrating; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21805/14]

Written answers

Minister for Health

While the information sought by the Deputy is not routinely collated by my Department, I understand that this information is gathered annually by the Health Education Authority, and as such, the question should be directed to the Department of Education and Skills.