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Departmental Appointments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 September 2016

Tuesday, 27 September 2016

Questions (692)

Billy Kelleher

Question:

692. Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Health his plans to appoint a chief dental officer on a full-time and ongoing basis in accordance with standard public service appointments following the recent expiry of the tenure of this post on a part-time basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27053/16]

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The position of Chief Dental Officer in my Department has been filled on a part-time basis since 2013 and the principal focus of the post-holder is the development of a new National Oral Health Policy. The Department's future requirements in relation to oral health policy leadership are a matter for consideration at a later date.

Question No. 693 answered with Question No. 610.
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