Results 8,241-8,260 of 21,128 for speaker:James Reilly
- Written Answers — Vaccination Programme: Vaccination Programme (26 Apr 2012)
James Reilly: There were two vaccines used against Pandemic Influenza (H1N1) Pandemrix® and Celvepan. The report of the National Narcolepsy Study Steering Committee detailed the population uptake for each vaccine as follows: Table 1: Number of first shot vaccination with Pandemrix and population vaccine uptake by age group, 2009/2010 influenza vaccination campaign, Ireland (Source: PCRS/PDMS) Age...
- Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (26 Apr 2012)
James Reilly: The Deputy's question relates to service delivery matters and accordingly I have asked the HSE to respond directly to him.
- Written Answers — Hospital Waiting Lists: Hospital Waiting Lists (26 Apr 2012)
James Reilly: I am determined to address the issues which cause unacceptable delays in patients receiving treatment in our hospitals. In this regard I have established the Special Delivery Unit (SDU), which will work to unblock access to acute services by dramatically improving the flow of patients through the system, and by streamlining waiting lists, including referrals from GPs. The SDU is working...
- Written Answers — Hospital Procedures: Hospital Procedures (26 Apr 2012)
James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.
- Written Answers — Primary Care Strategy: Primary Care Strategy (26 Apr 2012)
James Reilly: The Health Service Executive is required to prioritise the capital infrastructure projects within its overall capital funding allocation taking into account the existing capital commitments and costs to completion over the period. A draft capital plan for the period 2012-2016 has been submitted to my Department. My Department is reviewing the proposals and following up with the HSE where...
- Written Answers — Remuneration of Hospital Consultants: Remuneration of Hospital Consultants (26 Apr 2012)
James Reilly: While the Programme for Government provides for a reduction in consultants' remuneration, my immediate priority is to achieve more effective implementation of the existing contract and to reform how services are delivered to patients. I am satisfied that considerable efficiencies can be achieved under the terms of the 2008 contract and the Public Service Agreement, if consultants embrace...
- Written Answers — Primary Care Strategy: Primary Care Strategy (26 Apr 2012)
James Reilly: The Programme for Government committed to reforming the current public health system by introducing Universal Health Insurance with equal access to care for all. As part of this reform programme, the Government is committed to introducing Universal GP Care within the first term of office of this Government. Initially it is intended to extend GP cover without fees to persons with a defined...
- Written Answers — Parliamentary Questions: Parliamentary Questions (26 Apr 2012)
James Reilly: Parliamentary Questions are transferred to other Departments in cases where the subject matter of the question is not the responsibility of my Department. This occurs most frequently in cases where the question concerns schemes and benefits which are the responsibility of the Department of Social Protection or the Department of Justice and Equality. Questions concerning issues relating to...
- Written Answers — Rural Development: Rural Development (26 Apr 2012)
James Reilly: I would like to advise the Deputy that I have no function in relation to this matter. I understand that identical questions were put down to my Ministerial colleagues who may be in a position to address your request.
- Order of Business (1 May 2012)
James Reilly: The Deputy is glad the Greens are gone.
- Leaders' Questions (2 May 2012)
James Reilly: Not from the Northern Bank anyway.
- Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (2 May 2012)
James Reilly: I want to ensure that as many services as possible can be provided safely in smaller, local hospitals. On this basis, the organisation of hospital services nationally, regionally and locally will be informed by the Clinical Programmes. These Programmes have been developed and implemented by a joint HSE/Departmental group who have also drafted the Framework for the future development of...
- Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (2 May 2012)
James Reilly: The information in respect of my Department is detailed as follows. All of the absences are due to sick leave, uncertified and certified, and relate to staff in Hawkins House, Dublin. GRADE ABSENCE COST Assistant Principal Officer â¬18,964 Higher Executive Officer x 2 â¬45,012 Executive Officer x 2 â¬37,772 Staff Officer â¬11,573 Clerical Officer x 2 â¬26,033 The HSE has been...
- Written Answers — Accident and Emergency Services: Accident and Emergency Services (2 May 2012)
James Reilly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 144 and 145 together. Any changes to services provided by the HSE are carried out in the context of HSE Service Plans and are informed by a range of issues, including clinical best practice and patient safety. However, I have requested that no changes take place in the service delivery without informing me before implementation of changes.
- Written Answers — Health Insurance: Health Insurance (2 May 2012)
James Reilly: As the Deputy is aware, the European Commission took a case against the State regarding the VHI's derogation from the EU Non-Life Directives which have exempted it from the requirement to be authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland. The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled against the State on 29 September last. In response to this judgement, the Government agreed to: - Engage with...
- Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (2 May 2012)
James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.
- Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (2 May 2012)
James Reilly: Delivery of health capital infrastructure is a service matter. Therefore the question has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply
- Written Answers — Hospital Staff: Hospital Staff (2 May 2012)
James Reilly: I have forwarded this query to the HSE for direct reply to the Deputy.
- Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (2 May 2012)
James Reilly: I understand from the HSE that following a review, and also taking into account the significant number of catering staff who have left the HSE services in Cavan/Monaghan, the HSE has taken the decision to merge a number of catering departments. It is planned that catering services for Monaghan Hospital, St Mary's Castleblayney and Associated Day Care/Outreach Catering Services will be...
- Eating Disorders (3 May 2012)
James Reilly: I thank Deputy Broughan for raising this important matter for discussion today. I am responding to this topical issue on behalf of my colleague, the Minister of State, Deputy Kathleen Lynch, who has responsibility for mental health issues. Health Service Executive, HSE, services for people with eating disorders are embedded in the main in the community mental health service and primary...