Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022
1435. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice further to Parliamentary Question No. 135 of 29 June 2022, if she will provide a schedule of the dates on which this issue was discussed formally by her officials in 2021 and 2022. [43475/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAt the outset, I again want to record my sympathy for all those affected by issues arising from CervicalCheck. I have previously met with the 221+ Patient Support Group and they explained their concerns to me in relation to a number of matters, including issues raised by the Morrissey v HSE case relating to the Civil Liability Act 1961.
These issues were discussed at a meeting with my officials on 4 February 2021. I would note that there have been other discussions on these issues within my Department at various times during 2021 and 2022. It is not possible to confirm the dates, as those other discussions were informal.
As I have stated previously, these issues, including issues relating to legislation, are under ongoing examination within my Department. Any proposals for legislation in this complex area of the law would require careful consideration and consultation.
