Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Monday, 20 May 2013

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children

Heads of Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill 2013: Public Hearings (Resumed)

1:05 pm

Dr. Yolande Ferguson:

He asked if I would have any difficulty with the Medical Council recommendation of two psychiatrists. I would not particularly. The way the Mental Health Act operates is elegant, with the GP followed by the psychiatrist. I suppose I would not have any particular concerns about two psychiatrists but I think the other is better. I do have a concern that an obstetrician would be asked to make an assessment though.

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