Jerry Buttimer (Cork South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I conclude by again thanking the members, members of the HSE, the Minister, the Ministers of State and staff from the Department of Health. It has been a very worthwhile exercise. It is important that we recognise that the health care system is about the patient and those who need access to medical care regardless of who they are or where they are from. We should also acknowledge the tremendous work done by our staff in the Department of Health and the HSE. At a time when one hears criticism, it is important to acknowledge that the staff in the PCRS and the HSE carry out a very important function and serve the people of this country. I again thank the witnesses for being here this morning.