National Cancer Strategy.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 June 2005

Tuesday, 21 June 2005

Ceisteanna (211)

Billy Timmins

Ceist:

152 Mr. Timmins asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children when she will publish the new cancer strategy; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20924/05]

Freagraí scríofa

Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children (Ms Harney)

The national cancer forum is currently finalising a new national cancer strategy. The strategy has been developed in consultation with the major stakeholders, professional and voluntary groups and the general public, and will have regard to the multi-faceted aspects of cancer control. The strategy will set out the key priorities for the development of cancer services over the coming years and will make recommendations regarding a balanced organisation of cancer services nationally, with defined roles for hospitals in the delivery of cancer care. It is anticipated that this work will be completed in the autumn.

Question No. 153 answered with QuestionNo. 97.

Question No. 154 answered with QuestionNo. 79.