Seymour Crawford (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)

I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 31 to debate the following urgent matter: the fact that surgical services at both Cavan and Monaghan general hospitals are not being fully utilised at a time when the health services are in chaos and private services are being paid for under the national treatment purchase scheme, and when it is clear from statements made by the Taoiseach last week in the Dáil that he is not aware of the crisis in accident and emergency departments; and the consequent need an urgent need for a full debate which it is to be hoped will lead to full utilisation of the relevant equipment and services.

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