Colm Burke (Cork North Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I will ask a final question that returns to the issue of scoliosis and the opening of theatres. I know there is a number of components to any operation. There is a need for staff, a consultant, support after the operation is completed and beds. An issue arose around theatres not being opened at weekends. How serious are we about trying to deal with that issue and to identify beds that would be available if operations were done on a Saturday and Sunday? Is it possible to have beds available so that patients can get the necessary support after surgery?