Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 June 2023
700. Deputy Thomas Pringle asked the Minister for Health the current situation in relation to a nursing home (details supplied); the role the HSE plays in the management and functioning of the facility; if the HSE intends to take over the management of the facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29592/23]
View answerThe Health Act 2007, as amended, provides the overarching regulatory framework for the nursing home sector with further detailed requirements set out in Registration Regulations, Care and Welfare Regulations and Quality Standards. Under the Health Act 2007, as amended, and related Regulations, the registered provider is responsible and accountable for the quality of care and safety of residents in nursing homes (designated centres). I understand that the registration of the designated centre referred to the Deputy was renewed earlier this year, with the Health Information and Quality Authority, for a period of 3 years.
As the Deputy's question is operational matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.
