Michael McGrath (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

With regard to Deputy Pringle's question, my understanding is that work is ongoing with regard to the review of cardiac services, which is being led by Professor Philip Nolan. The timeline was impacted by Covid-19 but it is expected to be completed shortly.

I thank Deputy Conway-Walsh for raising the issue of these very important schemes. The Minister, Deputy Humphreys, is examining that issue and has engaged with stakeholders. She will come back to the Deputy further in relation to that issue.

Deputy Richmond raised the issue of international surrogacy. As the Deputy knows, a special committee was established by the Oireachtas to examine this and related issues. Once that work has been concluded and a report brought to Government, we will consider the outcome.

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