Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 June 2011
190 Deputy Thomas Pringle asked the Minister for Health if he will authorise the Health Service Executive to re-open the 14 beds that have been closed in Dungloe Community Hospital, County Donegal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14613/11]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs this is a service matter it has been referred to the Executive for direct reply.
192 Deputy Anthony Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the number of persons employed by his Department in 2004; the number transferred to the Health Service Executive on its formation; the number currently employed by his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14617/11]
Amharc ar fhreagraAt the end of December 2004, there were 630.02 Whole Time Equivalents employed in my Department. 17 individuals moved to the HSE on a permanent or secondment basis following its formation. There are currently 453.76 Whole Time Equivalents employed in my Department (figures correct at end May 2011).
