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Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Deputies for taking this issue seriously and discussing the plans of the capacity of South Tipperary General Hospital. As I have said, the HSE has confirmed that the 40-bed modular build for south Tipperary is planned to be operational in the second quarter of 2019.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: The funding was provided in the budget in 2019 in the national service plan.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: That was due to the dedication and efforts of the Independent Alliance.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: When the Deputies were sitting on the fence, we were fighting for the people of Tipperary.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: I acknowledge the unit was originally due for completion-----

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: -----and to open in 2018. The funding was in place. As the Deputies will be aware, the HSE advised in June 2018 that the process was delayed and I accept the point that the facility would not come into operation until early 2019. It is coming into operation now. To give assurances to the Deputies, I confirm that the HSE has advised the Department that the enabling works are well under...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: Capital funding is in place and construction and equipping of the unit-----

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: -----is expected to be completed, with the HSE planning for the unit to be operational in the second quarter of 2019.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: We confirmed this in the debate today. It is essential that people listen to it.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: I will raise any genuine concerns with the Minister, Deputy Harris-----

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: -----but I will not listen to any spin from Deputy Mattie McGrath. He is full of hot air.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Industrial Relations (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: It is very disappointing that the PNA has decided to take industrial action. While our ambulance service plays a key role in providing emergency medical cover, it is also fundamental to the provision of inter-hospital transport and patient transport in the intermediate care service. It is important to reiterate the position in respect of this dispute. NASRA, which is affiliated with the...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: Tá sé anseo.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: I thank Deputies Healy, Cahill and Mattie McGrath for raising this very important issue concerning South Tipperary General Hospital. The Minister and I fully recognise the importance of increasing bed capacity in our hospitals and the impact this will have on improving access for patients through emergency departments and for hospital inpatient and day case procedures. Hospitals are...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Industrial Relations (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: I am taking this debate on behalf of the Minister, Deputy Harris. I thank the Deputies for raising this important issue. Industrial action was taken on Tuesday, 22 January, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. by NASRA, a branch of the PNA. The PNA held a meeting of its executive on Friday last, 25 January, to determine its course of action. Media reports are stating that NASRA members intend to...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Industrial Relations (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: They are mostly based in Cork, the south east and Tullamore. NASRA advised that its members would not provide inter-hospital transport and patient transport in the intermediate care service for the duration of the action. The HSE was advised that full emergency cover would be provided during the action. This meant that all emergency calls would be responded to. In addition, the NAS put...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Transport Support Scheme (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Deputy will be familiar with the background to the closure of both the Mobility Allowance and Motorised Transport Grant schemes in February 2013. My colleague, the Minister for Health and I brought a Memorandum to Government in May 2018 on proposals for a new Transport Support Payment Scheme in May 2018. Following consideration of the matter, it was decided to withdraw the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (29 Jan 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which...