Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Deputies for their questions. This issue was raised yesterday by Deputy Micheál Martin, following which I sought and received a written update on the matter which was passed on to Deputy Michéal Martin's office yesterday. I will make sure it is passed on to the offices of Deputies Curran and Lisa Chambers today. Unfortunately, this is not a simple matter. The drug has been approved for reimbursement, but it is not merely a matter of providing funding or a political instruction. This is not a normal drug. It must be administered in particular circumstances which sometimes require a lumbar puncture, sedation and the presence of an anaesthetist. It is a complicated process. It is almost like an operation, rather than the administration of a medicine.

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