Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael)

I know Deputy Daly has a professional background in this as a doctor, which is important to acknowledge. The Minister's only interest, and I know it is that of the Deputy and everybody in the area, is the safety and well-being of expectant mothers and their babies. We all share that view and we all want to get that right. I remember the Walker report. I think I was the Minister for Health at the time when it was commissioned. It was seen as an important and seminal moment and it does need to be fully implemented. I am sure resources will be forthcoming. I know the Minister has a real determination to invest in Portiuncula as well. I do not like to hear what the Deputy said about any sort of confusion on this. I will ask the Minister to reflect on the Deputy's comments here today and liaise with him directly.

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