Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 December 2022
319. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the establishment of the proposed sodium valproate stakeholder group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61492/22]
Amharc ar fhreagra320. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update regarding the establishment of the promised inquiry on the historical licensing and prescribing of sodium valproate; when he expects that the inquiry will be established; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61493/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 319 and 320 together.
The details of the proposed inquiry into the historical licensing and use of Sodium Valproate in Ireland are currently being completed by officials within the Department of Health. A Memo for Government will be brought as soon as this work is completed.
