Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 October 2023
359. Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Health how much has been spent on the NTPF in 2022 and to date in 2023; what is the expected spend for 2023; what the allocation is now for 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45942/23]
View answerIn 2022 the NTPF drew down €125 million of its total allocation. Year to date in 2023 it has drawn down €120 million and is confident that it will use its full allocation of €150 million.
Addressing waiting lists has been prioritised again in Budget 2024 with €407m allocated for this purpose. With this funding we are taking the next steps in the multi-annual approach towards achieving the targets set out in the Sláintecare report. The exact allocation of this funding, including monies to be allocated to the NTPF, is currently under consideration by the Department.
