Kathleen Lynch (Cork North Central, Labour)

If we wish for something to happen long enough, then sometimes our wish will come true. The Health Service Executive is not preordained in this instance. I am convinced the best possible outcome that we could wish for will occur in this case. We need to reassure those with loved ones in nursing homes, not just Abbeyleix, that their best interests, as well as their will and preference, must be taken into account. The process will begin and all stakeholders, including public representatives, will be contacted and consulted on this. We all wish that at the end of this consultation process the best possible outcome will be achieved for those whose home it is.

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