Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 April 2013
1286. Deputy Eric Byrne asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the provision of chaplaincy services by his Department; the amount of money spent on these services; the denominations involved; if humanist chaplains are provided by his Department. [17132/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraIt is my understanding that a review of chaplaincy services in the HSE Acute Services is currently being undertaken and is due to issue a report later this month.
This review was prompted by the increasing demands on the service over recent years and the effects of the recruitment moratorium and the recognition by the HSE of the value and importance of Spiritual and Pastoral care for patients, their families and staff working in the healthcare services.
In relation to the specific query raised by the Deputy, as this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.
