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Thursday, 5 Nov 2020

Written Answers Nos. 307-310

Nursing Staff

Ceisteanna (307)

John Lahart

Ceist:

307. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Health the number of staff nurses employed at the end of October 2020 or the latest date available; and the equivalent figure for the same date in 2019. [34352/20]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly to the Deputy, as soon as possible.

Disability Services Funding

Ceisteanna (308)

Michael Moynihan

Ceist:

308. Deputy Michael Moynihan asked the Minister for Health if funding is being provided to operate a facility (details supplied) in County Limerick; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34370/20]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives.

As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Covid-19 Pandemic

Ceisteanna (309)

Cian O'Callaghan

Ceist:

309. Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to an update to the Covid-19 tracker application in order that it can be paused; if he has concerns that this feature is being used for school staff during school hours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34388/20]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Disability Services Provision

Ceisteanna (310)

Michael Healy-Rae

Ceist:

310. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health the status of application by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34392/20]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

The Programme for Government, Our Shared Future, recognises the need to improve services for both children and adults with disabilities through better implementation and by working together across Government in a better way.

The Government commits to prioritising early diagnosis and access to services for children and ensuring that the most effective interventions are provided for each child, to guarantee the best outcomes.

As this question relate to a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the deputy directly, as soon as possible.

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