Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 March 2018
319. Deputy James Browne asked the Minister for Health the number of children in County Wexford awaiting an ENT consultation more than three, six, nine, 12, 18 and 24 months respectively; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10993/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraReducing waiting times for the longest waiting patients is one of this Government's key priorities.
Budget 2018 announced a total allocation of €55m for the NTPF for 2018. This significant increase in funding more than doubles the 2017 allocation of €20m. The NTPF and HSE are in the process of finalising Waiting List Action Plans and Initiatives for 2018.
In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly.
