asked the Minister for Health if he will intervene in the hospitals' laundry services dispute in view of the hardship being caused; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Hospitals' Laundry Services Dispute.
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As the Deputy will be aware, work has now resumed at the Hospitals Joint Services Board. Arising from the dispute the board has requested discussions with my Department concerning its operation. These will be held as soon as possible. In the circumstances I do not think it appropriate that I should comment further at this stage.