Death Certificates

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 July 2016

Tuesday, 12 July 2016

Questions (593)

Brendan Griffin

Question:

593. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Health the reason a death certificate is not available in respect of a person (details supplied); if the matter will be investigated so that the next of kin can receive closure; if there is information available in respect of the cause of death; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21171/16]

Written answers

Minister for Health

The Deputy will appreciate that I do not have access to individual patient files or personal information.

I have asked the HSE to look into the matter and to respond to you directly. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and my officials will follow the matter up.