James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy is alluding to the position in Mayo and there was an incident, which has been reviewed, with the issues addressed. I know there have been six ST elevation myocardial infarction transfers from Mayo General Hospital to Galway, with the procedure successfully carried out under protocol. I reassure people that there is a service that can be trusted and depended upon.

With regard to the more general comments from Deputy Ó Caoláin, there is ongoing review and monitoring. I am in contact with Mr. Edwin Poots on a regular basis with regard to cross-Border ambulance co-operation and air ambulance co-operation in particular.

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