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Seanad: Commencement Matters (Resumed): Hospital Equipment (20 Nov 2018)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Senator for raising this important issue. I am aware of her work as a health professional. I have listened carefully to everything she has said. I will take on board all the points she raises during this debate. I am pleased to have an opportunity to update the House on the thrombectomy service in Beaumont Hospital. It is estimated that every year, some 10,000 people have a...

Seanad: Commencement Matters (Resumed): Hospital Equipment (20 Nov 2018)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Senator again for raising this important issue. The 2019 service plan will be finalised in the coming weeks. I know that from my own portfolio of disabilities so the answer to the Senator's first question is that it will be in a matter of weeks. The second point the Senator raised was a very important one. We need to make improvements in the stroke services and I will bring...

Seanad: Health Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2018: Second Stage (20 Nov 2018)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach. It is great to be back in the Seanad. I am pleased to have this opportunity to address the House on Second Stage of the Health Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2018. This is a short and technical Bill comprising eight sections all focused on the specific issue of health insurance. The amendments outlined in the Bill will ensure the ongoing sustainability of the...

Seanad: Health Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2018: Second Stage (20 Nov 2018)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Senators for their contributions to the debate on the Bill. I will go through some of the points raised by individuals and if there are any I omitted or do not have time to respond to, I will revert to the Senators. Health insurance is held by a large proportion of people in Ireland relative to other countries. It is important that we take the opportunity to discuss this Bill...

Seanad: Health Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2018: Second Stage (20 Nov 2018)

Finian McGrath: I will come back to the Senator with the details. There were specific questions to which I will be responding later. Every single issue raised here will be responded to.

Seanad: Health Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2018: Second Stage (20 Nov 2018)

Finian McGrath: This Bill allows the Department of Health to maintain support for the core principle of community rating, which is long-established and well-supported Government policy for the health insurance market, and it will ensure that the necessary support is provided to ensure that the costs of health insurance are shared across the insured population. I thank the Senators for their contributions....

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Services for People with Disabilities (20 Nov 2018)

Finian McGrath: As the Deputy will be aware, the Just a Minute Card is a tool that was introduced in Northern Ireland to allow people with a learning difficulty, autism or communication barrier to tell others they need ‘Just A Minute’ in a discrete and effective non-verbal manner. In respect of the Deputy's query concerning the provision of funding for such a scheme in this jurisdiction,...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Neuro-Rehabilitation Services Provision (20 Nov 2018)

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...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Neuro-Rehabilitation Policy (20 Nov 2018)

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: Disability Services Provision (20 Nov 2018)

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 (20 Nov 2018)

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 (20 Nov 2018)

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: Nursing Staff Recruitment (20 Nov 2018)

Finian McGrath: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to you directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (20 Nov 2018)

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 (20 Nov 2018)

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: Home Help Service Provision (20 Nov 2018)

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: Respite Care Services Provision (20 Nov 2018)

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 (20 Nov 2018)

Finian McGrath: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (20 Nov 2018)

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 (20 Nov 2018)

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...