asked the Minister for Health the causes of the delay in appointing a dispensary doctor in Ballyclough dispensary district, County Cork; and when he expects this appointment to be made.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Ballyclough (Cork) Dispensary Doctor.
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Mr. O'Malley
No proposal has yet been submitted to my Department by the Cork Health Authority for the filling of the permanent post as district medical officer, Ballyclough dispensary district. I understand that the submission of a proposal has been deferred pending consideration by the health authority of the desirability of altering the boundaries of the district, which is relatively small, with a population of approximately 1,500.
I am informed that it is proposed to discuss the matter at a meeting of the health authority to be held on Monday next 10th instant. Any proposal submitted to my Department as a result of such discussion will be dealt with at once.