James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)

I wish to raise two matters under pending legislation. First, could the Taoiseach indicate the status of the medical indemnity Bill? It has gone through Committee Stage and is to come to Government. As I said prior to Christmas, we are still leaving citizens vulnerable to some unscrupulous doctors who practice without insurance.

Second, could I ask about the status of the licensing of health facilities Bill, which would allow HIQA remit over the licensing of private hospitals, which it currently does not have. If that Bill is coming before the House, I would ask that we would consider ambulances as medical facilities as well and that they would be included in the provisions of the Bill.

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