Alex White (Dublin South, Labour) | Oireachtas source

When cost savings are required, they do not happen in disregard of the real needs of the people involved. That is particularly true in the case we are talking about. Of course resources are always a challenge. We all know the reasons they are a particular challenge at this time. The strategy that has been outlined is being brought forward. The appointment of the consultant in Crumlin is an important development. I think everybody has a commitment to this area. Everybody can see this is an area we need to attend to. I think the Deputy will accept on the basis of the initial reply that it is regarded by the HSE as an important area of work.

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