Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It was very welcome. The Government now has time to reflect on the best way forward for the location of maternity services in Dublin. Deputy Humphreys is correct to note that we have a once-off opportunity now to ensure that we get the maternity services right and that once the Minister and the Government make the decision, it will in place for many years to service many families in the greater Dublin area. The Deputy can rest assured that the Government will make the decision in the most cost-effective way possible. I realise Deputy Humphreys has several ideas, including those he has outlined today. He can rest assured that I will take these back to the Minister and that the Minister will communicate directly with him.

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