Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 May 2005
149 Mr. Naughten asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the waiting time for audiology services in each HSE area for adults and children respectively; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18039/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Health Act 2004 provided for the Health Service Executive, HSE, which was established on 1 January 2005. Under the Act, the executive has the responsibility to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. This includes responsibility for audiology services. Accordingly, my Department has requested the chief officers of the HSE areas to investigate the matter raised and to reply directly to the Deputy.
