Dr. Ambrose McLoughlin:

This matter first came to my attention in May 2012. I discussed it with the Minister and we took fairly swift action arising from HIQA's Tallaght report. From examining the correspondence, I am aware that there were concerns in the HSE and that my predecessors, particularly Mr. Michael Scanlan, wrote to the HSE and that there was correspondence between Mr. McGrath and the relevant agencies. We are where we are and it is my determination, with the Minister, to have this matter resolved quickly, learn lessons and move forward with a strengthened governance system. This matter came to light for me personally when I received HIQA's report. I considered it with the Minister and on 21 May immediately wrote a letter to have the matter resolved. Because the committee has examined the matter I have examined the correspondence very carefully. As Ms Spillane is familiar with the correspondence, I will allow her to deal with some of the details.