Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank Deputy Martin for his question. He actually makes the case as to why it is critical that we are able to continue to grow the economy to deal with all these issues.

A total of €13.6 billion has been allocated for health this year. I have no intention of returning to a situation where endless money was thrown at a health system without reform and effective spend for the taxpayer and particularly for patients and securing the best outcome for patients.

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