Mr. Seamus Hempenstall:

Ever since this issue came up, the Minister of State, Deputy Butler, has been seeking regular updates from the HSE on the actions it is taking. Colleagues in the HSE have outlined the decisions they have made and how they have taken those decisions on foot of the Mental Health Commission action in the best interests of residents. I can say the Department is satisfied that the HSE is still acting in the best interests of residents. We are staying in touch with the HSE on progress to ensure the residents are safe and their interests are taken care of. I know the Minister of State, Deputy Butler, is also very interested. I was speaking to her about it only last night.