Emer Higgins (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

My officials have actively engaged with officials in the Department of Health to ensure the proposed definition and the associated provisions will allow for a more efficient procedure for these critically important workers. My officials have also worked closely with the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel to ensure that the provisions will be fully operational and appropriate to the needs of the health service. The new definition underpins the provisions contained in the proposed new sections of the Bill as set out in Chapter 5, grant of an employment permit, and section 31, employment of non-consultant hospital doctors.

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