Mary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail)

I am glad there are services in Killorglin because I would be disappointed if there were not. My understanding is that the HSE manager is actively engaging with all relevant stakeholders to facilitate accommodation that meets the needs of both services, the National Ambulance Service and, of course, the mental health supports, including the outpatient psychiatric facilities that support very vulnerable people. It is my understanding that while there are plans to locate a facility for the National Ambulance Service in Cahersiveen, that is not expected to result in community mental health services in the area having to move. I understand these services are well embedded in the community and I will continue to engage with the HSE in the Cork-Kerry HSE area. As the Deputy will understand, the HSE is working in partnership with all relevant stakeholders in the community in the design and delivery of mental health services to achieve positive outcomes for all and it would not be positive to close this service or to move it.

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