Trevor Sargent (Dublin North, Green Party)

It applies to promised legislation because she explained that some of her popularity was due to the fact that she was able to do away with hospital waiting lists in three months. In congratulating her, the Tánaiste might ask for some advice in that regard.

Can I ask about promised legislation, which is a related matter? We have heard much debate about the health repayment scheme Bill which, a year after the court case, is up for publication. Has the Tánaiste been in communication verbally and in writing with the Minister for Education and Science in regard to the Regina Coeli and Morning Star mother and baby unit? That issue is still unresolved. The Tánaiste said her Department funded the hostel and, therefore, it should come under the redress qualification provisions.

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