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Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (1 Oct 2019)

Michael Harty: I acknowledge that many positive things are happening within the Shannon Group but, unfortunately, the airport is not thriving. What can the Government do to establish a route to a European hub? That is essential for Shannon's connectivity. I do not agree that the board is doing a poor job. It needs to be strengthened rather than abolished or replaced. There have been several calls in...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (1 Oct 2019)

Michael Harty: There is great concern in the midwest region the about the long-term viability of Shannon Airport in County Clare. The airport is an iconic institution in the midwest and an essential driver of regional development. Air access is critical to regional development. Shannon is an essential piece of infrastructure for the west and midwest, both from a tourist and economic point of view. In...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (1 Oct 2019)

Michael Harty: 366. To ask the Minister for Health the reason training recognition for registrars in otolaryngology at University Hospital Limerick was withdrawn following a visit by a member of the surgical advisory committee in otolaryngology on 27 August 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39551/19]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products Availability (1 Oct 2019)

Michael Harty: 422. To ask the Minister for Health when the HTA review team will make a decision on extending the availability of FreeStyle Libre to all type 1 diabetic patients irrespective of age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39874/19]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Healthcare Infrastructure Provision (26 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: 121. To ask the Minister for Health the status of the construction and commissioning of the 60 bed modular unit at University Hospital Limerick; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39099/19]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rural Transport Services (26 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: 167. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason a payment (details supplied) from the National Transport Authority for delivering complete TCU and bus operations under the LocalLink programme for June 2019 has been delayed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39114/19]

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: The issue in Limerick is much wider than the emergency department. It appears in the emergency deparment, but the problem is not confined to it. Rather, it is much wider within the hospital. There is a need for an expansion of the number of consultant staff in the hospital and ophthalmology services. One can wait three and a half years following the diagnosis of a cataract to see a...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: The situation in Limerick is disgraceful for patients and staff. It has a knock-on effect on recruitment and retention. Working in the conditions in Limerick burns staff out and they become disillusioned. That is one of the reasons for the problems in recruitment. To have between 60 and 80 patients awaiting admission is intolerable. They are mostly elderly people with complex needs. The...

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: It is unfortunate that there is no Minister here to represent the Department of Health because many of the questions this morning are directed to that Department. A Programme for a Partnership Government included a commitment to reduce waiting lists and trolley queues. Yesterday there were 600 patients on hospital trolleys, most of whom were elderly people with complex needs. There were 80...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Business of Joint Committee (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: I propose that we go into private session to discuss housekeeping matters. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Brexit Preparations Update: Discussion (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: On behalf of the committee, I apologise for keeping our guests waiting for an hour. The select committee was discussing legislation and our session took a little longer than planned. The purpose of this meeting is to receive an update on the preparations for Brexit in respect of the health sector. On behalf of the committee, I welcome from the Department of Health, Mr. Jim Breslin,...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Brexit Preparations Update: Discussion (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: I thank Mr. Breslin for his opening statement. I call Mr. Sullivan from the HSE to make his opening statement.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Brexit Preparations Update: Discussion (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: I thank Mr. Sullivan for his opening statement. I have to vacate the Chair temporarily. Deputy Louise O'Reilly will step in for me. Dr. Nolan will now make her opening statement. It will complete the opening statements.

Select Committee on Health: Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019: Committee Stage (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: This meeting has been convened to consider the Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019. The purpose of the Bill is to amend the five health regulatory Acts, namely, the Dentists Act 1985, the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, the Pharmacy Act 2007, the Medical Practitioners Act 2007 and the Nurses and Midwives Act 2011 and to give further effect to...

Select Committee on Health: Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019: Committee Stage (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: If Deputy Donnelly broadly outlines where he wants to come in, we will allow him to contribute when it is appropriate.

Select Committee on Health: Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019: Committee Stage (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: We will be discussing Brexit in particular again at 11 a.m. when we will have officials available.

Select Committee on Health: Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019: Committee Stage (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: Amendments Nos. 1, 22, 24 to 26, inclusive, and 28 are related and may be discussed together. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Select Committee on Health: Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019: Committee Stage (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: Amendments Nos. 2 and 3 are related and may be discussed together by agreement. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Select Committee on Health: Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019: Committee Stage (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: There are four amendments in the name of the Minister. Amendments Nos. 4 to 11, inclusive, 14, 15, 17, 18, 33, 34, 37, 38, 44, 46, 50, 51 and 53 are related and may be discussed together.

Select Committee on Health: Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019: Committee Stage (25 Sep 2019)

Michael Harty: I ask the Deputy to wait.