John O'Mahony (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 32 to debate the following urgent matter: the reduction of €50 million in the budget of the Health Service Executive western region for the remainder of 2010, the effect it will have on Mayo General Hospital and community services in County Mayo, as well as the devastating consequences for the people of County Mayo. Even before these cuts, the county's mental health services had been devastated with the departure and non-replacement of 60 experienced nurses. Another attack on home help hours, or should I say home help minutes, is taking place behind closed doors. Although reassurances were given regarding the protection of front-line services, this is not happening and some answers are needed.

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