Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I read the comments arising from the recent symphysiotomy court case. This practice belongs to the dark ages. I was struck by the words of the woman involved who said that while it happened many years ago, she still goes to bed at night with that pain and wakes up with it every morning.

I understand there are several hundred people involved who may wish to take recourse to the courts. In regard to that matter, obviously they will take legal advice on the route to follow. The Minister for Health will consider the Deputy's request.

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