Marcella Corcoran Kennedy (Offaly, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I can understand the frustration of the Deputy; it mirrors that of many of us. The HSE recognises and is attempting to address the difficulties, not only in specific areas but also across the country, by way of the recruitment of additional staff, the provision of specific service plans for individuals and putting in place additional project managers. I hope that will go some way towards solving the issue. Anybody who is waiting for a day or a week is waiting too long. I will convey the Deputy's genuine concerns in this regard to the Minister of State, Deputy Finian McGrath.

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