Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 May 2018
338. Deputy Frank O'Rourke asked the Minister for Health his plans to initiate a national day for the front-line emergency and security services in view of a request by a forum set up to advance the project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23164/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraEarlier this year, I met with the group referred to in the Deputy's question and was happy to support their proposal for a National Day to honour our frontline emergency and security services.
I understand that at a reception held in Dublin Castle last April to honour the work of the emergency services during Storm Emma, An Taoiseach announced that the first Saturday of every September will be National Frontline Services Day. Consideration will be given as to how the Government will mark the day in 2018.
