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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Implementation of Sláintecare Reforms: Department of Health and HSE (29 Mar 2023)

Martin Conway: Obviously, the final product is unknown because it will be a working document. When does Mr. Gloster expect we will see the first draft of that working document?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Implementation of Sláintecare Reforms: Department of Health and HSE (29 Mar 2023)

Martin Conway: We discussed the concept of the right care at the right time in the right place last week.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Implementation of Sláintecare Reforms: Department of Health and HSE (29 Mar 2023)

Martin Conway: In an area Mr. Gloster knows well, the mid-west hospital in Limerick, over 50% of people who present at the emergency department are non-referrals. That is chronic. It reflects a breakdown in primary care. Has Mr. Gloster had time to consider how we can reduce that? We discussed discharge to alternative care, what were previously known as delayed discharges and so on last week but I did...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Implementation of Sláintecare Reforms: Department of Health and HSE (29 Mar 2023)

Martin Conway: After I left the meeting last week, I went to speak to a group of GPs doing a PhD in public health. We hear plenty of criticism of the health services. I noted their positivity and commitment and their belief in public health and what can be achieved through the outstanding work that is being done through the health service in this country. They are very optimistic and very positive. I...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health Strategies (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: Go raibh maith agat, a Chathaoirligh. I am absolutely delighted the Minister of State is here, given that he is a busy man running his own Department. However, it is an absolute insult to this House that no Minister for Health is here. There are four Ministers for Health. There are two at Cabinet, and there are two Ministers of State. This is a very important health motion, and not...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health Strategies (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: I accept that. I have no doubt the Cathaoirleach has, and he might do it again, because this is the second-----

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health Strategies (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: This is the second health matter I have raised that has not been addressed by a Minister from the Department of Health. It is a consistent problem with one Department which needs to be dealt with. Here's hoping because I know the powers of persuasion of the Cathaoirleach and his ability to get things done. This issue needs to be sorted. I am raising the issue of haemochromatosis which...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health Strategies (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: I thank the Minister of State for reading the reply into the record. Like me, he has constituents with haemochromatosis. He understands the importance of raising this matter. I understand that things have to be done on the advice of the national screening programme. However, the question needs to be put. To try to elicit a more comprehensive response and engagement I will request that...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Irish Language (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: I welcome Dr. Ann Marcus-Quinn from the University of Limerick, who is in the House with Senator Maria Byrne. I am sure the Minister of State and Members of the House would like to wish her an enjoyable day in Leinster House. I hope she gets a lot out of it.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Irish Language (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: I thank the Minister of State for giving his time to deal with Commencement matters that are not necessarily under his brief. It is much appreciated by Members. I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Calleary, who is taking the final Commencement matter.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Departmental Strategies (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: I thank the Senator.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Departmental Strategies (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: I thank the Senator and call the Minister of State.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: I agree with Senator Dooley's proposition on the need for a debate on the matter he raised. I also commend the Cathaoirleach on a spectacular contribution during President Biden's visit last Thursday. It struck a chord. From President Biden's reaction, one would know he was very taken by the Cathaoirleach's contribution. Congratulations. For once, I commend the Government on a memo...

Joint Committee On Health: Life Cycle Approach to Mental Health: Discussion (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: It has been quite frightening to listen to the two opening statements regarding the issues and the day-to-day concerns, outside of the more serious concerns. It is frightening to think people are being put into nursing homes somewhat against their will or coercively, with the fair deal scheme being applied for without their full consent. While there are recommendations for dealing with that,...

Committee on Scrutiny of Draft EU-related Statutory Instruments: Business of Select Committee (19 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: I thank Senator Daly for proposing me, and Senator Byrne for seconding the nomination. Under Standing Order 81(2)(a) I need to make the following declaration: I do solemnly declare that I will duly and faithfully and to the best of my knowledge and ability execute the office of Chairperson of the Seanad Select Committee on Scrutiny of Draft EU-related Statutory Instruments without fear or...

Joint Committee On Health: Life Cycle Approach to Mental Health: Discussion (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: Absolutely.

Joint Committee On Health: Life Cycle Approach to Mental Health: Discussion (18 Apr 2023)

Martin Conway: It is a kind of a covert way-----