Jan O'Sullivan
Question:794. Deputy Jan O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health when a soft opt-out organ donor consent system will be introduced to replace the opt-in system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13504/19]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 March 2019
794. Deputy Jan O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health when a soft opt-out organ donor consent system will be introduced to replace the opt-in system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13504/19]
View answer927. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health if a soft opt-out organ donor consent will be introduced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14106/19]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 794 and 927 together.
The General Scheme of a Human Tissue (Transplantation, Post-Mortem, Anatomical Examination and Public Display) Bill is being finalised at present and will be submitted to Government shortly.
The General Scheme will include provisions for a soft opt-out system of consent for deceased organ donation.