Mr. Robert Watt:

The Deputy is referring one element of e-health, namely, patient records. E-health encompasses many different aspects. The last time we were before the committee, we agreed that we share the frustration that we need to do better when it comes to data sharing, patient records and e-solutions. During Covid, there was some progress. We managed to leverage the system quickly in new applications which can lead to improved outcomes and services for patients. We accept that we and the HSE need to do better and we are absolutely at one with that. A new strategy is being developed. There are issues around capacity, primarily personnel. There are issues around culture. Perhaps Mr. Thompson or Mr. Tierney might want to give an update on-----