Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 June 2017
1570. Deputy Kevin O'Keeffe asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a medical appointment for a person (details supplied); the reason for the delay; and if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this person was first referred for this appointment two years ago. [28966/17]
View answerUnder the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual.
In relation to this particular query, I have asked the HSE to respond to you directly.
