I propose to take Questions Nos. 436 and 439 together.
The HSE Service Plan included additional funding for the expansion of the Primary Childhood Immunisation Schedule in 2016. Consequently, there will be two evidence-based changes made to the Primary Childhood and Schools Immunisation Schedule later this year. Meningococcal B and Rotavirus are to be introduced in Quarter 4 and Ireland will be the second country in Europe to provide the Meningitis B vaccine to children as part of a national immunisation programme. The HSE has commenced work on the necessary preparations for the introduction of the new vaccines, and children will begin receiving the new vaccines later this year. The age of administration of the vaccine is under consideration. All vaccines administered through the Primary Childhood Immunisation Schedule are provided free of charge.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.