Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I should have said earlier that I also wanted to wish Donal Hickey well. The ushers are very much part of the make-up of Leinster House and how it operates. The relationship between the ushers and Members is a very friendly one. Donal has been a huge part of that relationship and I really do wish him well in his retirement.

With respect, I think Deputy Pearse Doherty is mixing up two issues. The issue that was the subject of media attention yesterday was specifically related to Quest Diagnostics. The Deputy is right, there is retesting for reassurance purposes. Many of the women concerned have not received their results within the timelines that would have been outlined for them. I am told that Quest Diagnostics is stating it will have the results within the next two weeks for the remaining women involved. I could perhaps send him more detail, if he wants to receive it.

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