Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 23 May 2012
209 Deputy Billy Kelleher asked the Minister for Health if he will provide a list of the proposed primary care centres yet to be built around the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25803/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe development of primary care is central to this Government's objective to deliver a high quality, integrated and cost effective health care system. The Programme for Government states that primary care will be an immediate priority area. The development of primary care centres, through a combination of public and private investment, will facilitate the delivery of multi-disciplinary primary care and represents a tangible re-focussing of the health service to deliver care in the most appropriate and lowest cost setting. The delivery of the necessary infrastructure must be informed by needs analysis, with priority given to areas of urban and rural deprivation. The HSE is currently engaged in prioritising primary care centre locations.
A draft capital plan for the period 2012-2016 has been submitted to my Department. My Department is reviewing the proposals and following up with the HSE where further details may be required. The proposed plan requires my approval with the consent of the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform. Details of the plan will be published by the Executive following its approval.
