Darren O'Rourke (Meath East, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I think the ISO standard for laboratories is 15189. Dr. Bedford said he is interested in bringing other areas under that standard. I realise it is an arduous job. Where does he envisage the expansion?

I have a question on the positivity rates. Dr. Bedford gave us the figures. Is there an increasing number of positives or are we getting more samples per year, for example? Could Dr. Bedford make a point on that?

How would Dr. Bedford like to see the service develop during the period in question? What are the challenges and opportunities?