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Written Answers — Department of Health: Brexit Issues (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: A sub-committee of the Department of Health Management Board was set up in advance of the UK referendum to examine the potential consequences of a UK decision to leave the EU on healthcare in Ireland and for Irish citizens. This sub-committee is chaired at senior level within the Department and has met four times since it was established. It is made up of representatives from across the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Properties (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: The Department holds no property it its own right. It is housed in Hawkins House which forms part of the estate portfolio for the Office of Public Works. I have requested the HSE to respond directly to the Deputy regarding any properties it holds. Details for other bodies under the aegis of the Department are operational matters for the bodies concerned and the Deputy should contact...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Cross-Border Health Services Provision (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: As this is a service issue, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products Availability (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: The HSE has statutory responsibility for decisions on pricing and reimbursement of medicinal products under the community drug schemes in accordance with the provisions of the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff Recruitment (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: A new permanent post of consultant medical oncologist with a special interest in sarcoma is currently being recruited for St. Vincent's University Hospital. This is an open recruitment campaign and the post has been advertised online and in the media. The job description for this position makes it clear that the post will provide a specialist service for sarcoma patients and this will be a...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Aids and Appliances Applications (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Community Care Provision (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to you directly.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products Availability (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: The HSE has statutory responsibility for decisions on pricing and reimbursement of medicines under the community drugs schemes, in accordance with the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013. In line with the 2013 Act, if a Company would like a medicine to be reimbursed by the HSE pursuant to the Community Drug Schemes or as a hospital medicine, the Company must first submit an...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual. The National...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (22 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual. The scheduling...

Health and Social Care Professionals (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: It is for the public.

Health and Social Care Professionals (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: We are not targeting sides.

Health and Social Care Professionals (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: I do not think she said that.

Health and Social Care Professionals (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: I thank the Deputy.

Health and Social Care Professionals (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: "Spineless".

Health and Social Care Professionals (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: I know.

Health and Social Care Professionals (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: I begin by thanking Deputy Howlin for raising this timely and very important issue and for the co-operation he has demonstrated with me and my officials in working on this matter in recent weeks. I am supporting this Bill on Second Stage because I am fully supportive of the objective behind the legislation, which is to protect the public and women of Ireland. I pay tribute, as Deputy Howlin...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual. The scheduling...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Orthodontic Services (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Card Eligibility (17 Nov 2016)

Simon Harris: As part of a support package, including a range of financial payments, that was approved by Government for former residents of Magdalen Laundries, eligibility for health services for the Magdalen women is provided by the Redress for Women Resident in Certain Institutions Act 2015. The Act sets out the primary and community health services made available, free of charge, to qualifying women....