Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)

Again in the health domain, a series of legislation has been promised by the Department of Health and Children. Is the Taoiseach in a position to confirm that the health information Bill 2010 will be published in the current year? It is indicated under Section B as due for publication in late 2010. Has the Taoiseach at any time following the request of Opposition Deputies made any inquiry as to the reason health Bills tend always to arrive in the last weeks of any session and are invariably given little time for serious scrutiny? Is there any prospect of the health information Bill 2010 and others within the health portfolio being presented earlier in the session post summer recess to allow Deputies to properly engage, evaluate and amend as appropriate?

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