Séamus Healy (Tipperary South, Independent) | Oireachtas source

There has been no public eyecare service in south Tipperary for more than 12 months. The former permanent consultant, Dr. Hillery, retired last September. She provided a wonderful service for a long number of years. She gave more than adequate notice. Unfortunately, the HSE has failed to fill the vacancy and provide a vital service. There is now a huge waiting list, running into thousands, with hundreds of children on the list who have never been examined. The HSE advertised a permanent post on a temporary basis. Of course the post was not filled. Bizarrely, the HSE has readvertised the permanent post on a temporary basis. What is going on? Why has permanent post been advertised on a temporary basis on two occasions? When will we see a proper facility in operation again in south Tipperary?

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