James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)

There is the old phrase, "belt-and-braces approach". In more rural areas, we say, "to be sure to be sure". It is absolutely the case that the doctors are extremely well screened and trained. They have been interviewed by the consultants in respect of language skills and ability and have gone through the documentation and examination processes. In their places of work they have been monitored. I thank the doctors who have come to this country and wish them well. I expect that when they leave to return to their own countries in two years, they will do so with enhanced skills and knowledge which they can use when treating their fellow countrymen.

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