Jimmy Deenihan (Kerry North, Fine Gael)

Regarding inducements to enter the military medical personnel corps, the availability of a crèche is a major issue for young married females. I tabled a question today on the availability of a crèche at the Curragh, the biggest centre, but nothing is happening. Ancillary facilities such as a crèche can provide an inducement for people to join the medical corps.

I am aware of those who do not receive appointments and do not know when the next appointment is scheduled for or who will care for them. This is true of dental as well as medical care and is not acceptable.

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