Niamh Smyth
Ceist:88. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the review being conducted into the midwifery-led unit in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23425/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 15 September 2020
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Freagraí scríofa
Following reports of planned changes to midwifery led maternity service provision at Cavan General Hospital, my Department requested a full report from the National Women & Infants Health Programme. I have been advised that the review is currently on-going within the RCSI Hospital Group and it is envisaged that the report will the finalised by the end of September.
In the meantime, the Midwifery Led Unit at Cavan General Hospital is operating as normal and bookings are being accepted from women wishing to avail of the service. Once the full report has been received, my Department will work with the National Women & Infants Health Programme to ensure that any additional supports which are required to secure the future of community midwifery services in Cavan, will be put in place. This will ensure that the choice of the Supported Care pathway remains available to women attending Cavan General Hospital for maternity services and that maternity services will continue to develop in line with the National Maternity Strategy.