James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)

I am sure that the Tánaiste is aware of the maternity hospitals report which suggests that the three hospitals move to new locations beside adult hospitals where all facilities will be available. When will the nurses and midwives Bill come into the House? Will it accommodate new changes, given that in the current financial climate it is most improbable that these moves will happen? These hospitals are bursting at the seams and are barely able to cope. The role of the midwife could be greatly enhanced. Does the Bill take account of that?

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