Catherine Byrne (Dublin South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have noted the Deputy's concerns. I recognise the reply states there is an intention to proceed with construction in 2019 and it is expected to be operational in 2020, and the reply also states this will be subject to availability of capital funding. All other projects throughout the country are in the same position. It is down to funding, and let us be honest about it.

I am not sure about the status of the multidisciplinary team, which the Deputy said is not complete. I will have to go back to the Minister on that. With regard to training for the pumps, how difficult can it be to train somebody to use a diabetic pump? I know somebody who uses one daily. I am committed to going back to the Minister to ask that a comprehensive answer be given to the Deputy and that the Minister would contact the hospital to find out why training is not happening when the pumps are already there and waiting to be used. We all know a diabetic pump can mean so much to people's everyday lives. I know someone who uses one daily.

I am sorry I do not have more information for the Deputy. As always, I will refer back to the Minister, Deputy Harris. I will do my best to hammer home the concerns that have been raised.

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