Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 July 2022
1726. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health if he will address the matter raised in correspondence regarding a campaign by an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40118/22]
View answerCommunity First Responders (CFRs) are volunteers from within local communities who are co-ordinated by the National Ambulance Service (NAS) as part of an integrated emergency response. CFRs are trained in CPR and defibrillation. The use of these volunteers has been highlighted by HIQA as a vital component of the emergency response resource, particularly in rural areas where response times can present a challenge.
I can also advise the Deputy that the HSE is currently finalising a five year strategic document. This will incorporate the findings from an independently conducted national capacity review in setting out the overall NAS workforce planning and resourcing requirements over a five year period.
In respect of the Deputy's specific inquiry, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to him directly as soon as possible.
