Barry Andrews (Dún Laoghaire, Fianna Fail)

It is important that we clarify that the process was to be completed at the end of May. Given the matter is now in the public domain and there is now a heightened fear and, naturally so, steps are being taken to shorten that period. We are now in the middle of March. This process will now be completed in the next few weeks. We would like to do it tomorrow. To date 3,000 reviews a week have taken place, which by any standards is a quick turnaround. We are trying to ensure the look back is carried out as quickly as possible. The intention is to complete this process quicker given the concerns now raised. I have already outlined that the Minister, Deputy Harney, is a reforming Minister. It is now common folklore that once one gets into the health service, it is one of the best in the world.

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