Frances Black (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I have to agree with Deputy Lahart. I was quite shocked to hear the witnesses' very informative contributions and findings today. I also agree with Deputy Shortall when she said this is an extremely important issue, which this committee certainly should take up, in terms of policy. The healthcare system has evidently not only failed patients with waiting lists etc., but also hospital doctors who are bearing the brunt of our under-resourced health sector. It is really shocking.

I have a couple of questions. I missed out on a little bit this morning so apologies if I ask the same questions again. In her opening statement, Dr. Humphries mentioned that some doctors feel unable to raise issues or make criticisms. Would the introduction of something like an independent complaint process across the HSE help with this or would that make it worse?