Seán Kyne (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

This particular facility is an hour away from GUH and is very much in demand. The local doctors wish to see it continue in operation and to ensure there is a palliative or end-of-life service as well. The number of deferrals has dropped because of the lack of physiotherapy services in Clifden. Recruitment can solve the problem of a lack of service and reduce pressure on GUH by getting people closer to family support, allowing for visits and all of that. I ask Mr. Mulvany to keep an eye on the situation and to do what he can to ensure that the service is enhanced. There is funding and capacity there, but recruitment and retention of specialised staff is an issue.