Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 June 2022
203. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health the progress that has been made on the implementation of a national genetics and genomics medicine network as promised in the Programme for Government; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31083/22]
View answerThe Department of Health is currently working with the HSE on a Steering Group for the development of a National Genetics and Genomic Strategy. As part of this work, this group is exploring the best direction forward to enhance Irish genetic and genomic infrastructure. This will include outlining what is necessary to establish a National Genetics and Genomics Medicine Network, as outlined in the Programme for Government. This work is still in its initial phase and we look forward to its outcome.
