Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

With regard to my reference to the past 30 years, during the busy time of year for the medical system in Europe, there is never a period without problems in accident and emergency. What is needed is to try to quickly provide the best facilities within accident and emergency, and the best discharge policies compatible with the patient's medical and family needs. That is precisely what we are endeavouring to do.

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