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Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 May 2004

Wednesday, 26 May 2004

Ceisteanna (149)

Seán Ardagh

Ceist:

163 Mr. Ardagh asked the Minister for Health and Children if he will examine the case of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 10; the reason orthodontic treatment has been delayed for the past three years; and when this treatment will be carried out. [15836/04]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

Responsibility for the provision of orthodontic treatment to eligible persons in Dublin 10 rests with the Eastern Regional Health Authority. My Department has asked the regional chief executive to investigate the matter raised by the Deputy and to reply to him directly.