Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Tuesday, 12 Jun 2001

Vol. 537 No. 5

Written Answers. - Hospital Services.

John Perry

Ceist:

355 Mr. Perry asked the Minister for Health and Children if his attention has been drawn to the difficulties a person (details supplied) in County Sligo encountered at a recent visit to the Mater Hospital; if he will ensure this person will not be subjected to this treatment again; the reason for the circumstances in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17036/01]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

Responsibility for the provision of hospital services to residents of County Sligo rests with the North Western Health Board. My Department has asked the chief executive officer of the health board to investigate the position in relation to this case and to reply to the Deputy directly.