Pharmacy Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 November 2016

Tuesday, 15 November 2016

Questions (617)

Michael Moynihan

Question:

617. Deputy Michael Moynihan asked the Minister for Health if his Department has a structure in place to provide weekend pharmacy cover in rural areas where the only pharmacy stores are often closed from Saturday afternoon until Monday morning; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35159/16]

Written answers

Minister for Health

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration and operation of the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.