Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy put the final question to the Minister, Deputy Harris, last night. He will check to see whether it is possible for the Deputy to see the contract. I am afraid that I am not in a position to answer the question and I do not know whether there is any legal issue.

Regarding responsibility, the board and representatives of the national paediatric hospital appeared before the health committee and answered many questions on this issue. They had responsibility for certain elements and the Minister had responsibility for particular matters. So did I.

I have appeared before a committee and the House on two occasions, most recently last night, to answer questions about my role in the project. It is clear where responsibility lies, as was laid out in the report we debated last night. As the Minister for Health, Deputy Harris, indicated, he will examine what he needs to do to strengthen the board further. The PwC report outlined specific recommendations in respect of me and I will implement them.

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