Chief State Pathologist’s Office.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 October 2006

Tuesday, 3 October 2006

Ceisteanna (90)

Pat Rabbitte

Ceist:

185 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his proposals for reform of the Chief State Pathologists Office; if it is intended to introduce a new system whereby homicide cases would be handled by two pathologists; the discussions he has had with the current Chief State Pathologist on this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30625/06]

Freagraí scríofa

Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell)

I am continuing to consider a number of options aimed at further enhancing the services provided by the State Pathologist's office, in consultation with the State Pathologist, and have recently received approval for the appointment of a second Deputy State Pathologist, so as to provide additional capacity for the office.