Medical Internships

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 October 2020

Tuesday, 20 October 2020

Questions (611)

Mary Lou McDonald

Question:

611. Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the situation impacting doctors who have graduated and are unable to secure an internship place for 2020, noting the financial and clinical impact this has had on these graduates; if he has raised this issue with the Health Service Executive; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31240/20]

Written answers

Minister for Health

In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly to the deputy, as soon as possible.