Pharmacy Regulations

Wednesday, 13 May 2020

Questions (767)

Robert Troy

Question:

767. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Health if he will re-examine changes which have recently been made by which pharmacy assistants can no longer cover for the senior pharmacist for a short period of time (details supplied); the reason for this decision; if the matter will be reviewed as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5127/20]

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Written answers

Minister for Health

Under the Pharmacy Act 2007, my role in relation to the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (Temporary Absence of Pharmacist from Pharmacy) Rules is limited to their consideration once submitted to me for my consent.

In this case, the Rules in question are currently subject to legal challenge. As a result, they are not currently under consideration.

I am not in a position to comment any further due to the legal challenge.