Ambulance Service Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 March 2015

Tuesday, 31 March 2015

Ceisteanna (467)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Ceist:

467. Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health if he will provide details of an ambulance call-out (details supplied) in County Laois; if there were delays in the availability of an ambulance; if this was related to a lack of ambulances or other factors; if activation of local fire and rescue service is considered in cases of ECHO calls; if this is to be replicated across the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12942/15]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Health

Firstly, I would like to extend my sympathies to the family of the person concerned.

My Department has requested a report in relation to this incident and I have asked the HSE to respond to you directly on the matter. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and my officials will follow the matter up.