James McDaid
Ceist:43 Dr. McDaid asked the Minister for Health if he will consider legalising the use of diamorphine for use in hospice care, as in Northern Ireland. [15696/95]
Written Answers. - Use of Diamorphine.
Limerick East): Following consultations with the Irish Association of Palliative Care, I am satisfied that available drugs for the control of pain in patients suffering from terminal illnesses are satisfactory. I am not aware of any demand that diamorphine be legalised in this State.
There are currently arrangements in place whereby patients travelling to this State from Northern Ireland or Britain may bring diamorphine with them for their own use.