Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank Dr. Curtis. I am coming to the end of my questions. In deference to all of the speakers yet to come I do not propose to go on as long as the last speaker.

The points raised are very impressive and correct. The agencies and bodies providing the service are fully alert to the full requirements, the extent of the demand and the likely demand. How is it identified and how does it come to the attention of children's medical services that there is a requirement in the first instance? Is it the initial checks at birth or is it immediately after birth?

To what extent do issues arise during school medical examinations, which I have a particular interest in, or otherwise? How does Dr. Curtis become aware of them?