Dr. Adrian McGoldrick:

I thank Senator MacSharry for his queries. Rehabilitation after concussion is relatively easily dealt with in racing because those involved form a contained group of professionals and amateurs who all come under the auspices of the Turf Club. A designated medical professional like me oversees them, but problems arise with those involved at a recreational level. There is a massive deficiency in Ireland when it comes to neurologists, especially neuropsychologists, and if this committee could make representations to the Department of Health on this, it could be a major step forward. One of the great problems facing people is access to a neurologist or, in particular, a neuropsychologist. Assessment is almost impossible.