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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Pre-Budget Submissions: Discussion (26 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: Go raibh maith agat. I welcome Mr. Martin Naughton, from the Disability Federation of Ireland, and - I am sorry if I am not pronouncing this name correctly - Mr. Seng Duc Ngeuyn.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Pre-Budget Submissions: Discussion (26 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: I remind witnesses, members and those in the Visitors Gallery that mobile telephones should be switched off or set to aeroplane mode as they interfere with the broadcasting of our proceedings and particularly affect members of staff, which is quite unfair. Today's meeting is dealing with pre-budget submissions from various voluntary organisations working in the health and children sector....

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Debt Management Services (26 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: 72. To ask the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to the implications of the Central Bank Act 2013 on bank mediation particularly in relation to personnel who do not deal with clients' money and simply negotiate with the financial institution on behalf of a stressed borrower; if his further attention has been drawn to the fact that the legislation is treating those persons...

Private Members' Business - Cuts in Education: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (25 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: Nelson Mandela once stated that education is the most important weapon we can use to change the world, and he is right. Education is important and the purpose of the education system, if it is to be successful, must be to create future thinkers and entrepreneurs. The system must also be underpinned by professional, competent teachers, as is the case here. The cynicism evident in parts of...

Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) (Amendment) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: While it may not be possible for us to do so we must find ways, in conjunction with the regulator, of making energy less expensive. Many people are afraid to put on their heating and small and medium enterprises, restaurants, bars and so on are finding the cost of energy prohibitive. This must be addressed. I am acutely conscious of the enormous change brought about by the HSE and...

Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) (Amendment) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: How does one follow Deputy Durkan? I wish to sincerely congratulate the Minister, Deputy Howlin, on his achievements during his tenure in office, particularly in the past six months. He has had the vision, courage and skill to bring about change through the Croke Park and Haddington Road agreements, which was no easy achievement. As a public servant who spent many years teaching, I...

Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) (Amendment) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: Please stick to the Bill.

Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) (Amendment) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: I call Deputy Heather Humphreys who is sharing time with other Members.

Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) (Amendment) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: Deputy Áine Collins has six minutes and 40 seconds.

Order of Business (25 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: When are we likely to see the publication of the sale of alcohol Bill? Will it include any reference to marketing or promotion of alcoholic products by companies?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: I do not want to put Mr. Lynch on the spot, but will he elaborate on what he means by a "robust system of consent"?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: It is a sensitive time, as Mr. Lynch noted, and one must tread carefully. On PIP breast implants, Mr. O'Mahony referred to the poor communication and waiting time difficulties being experienced by some people. Has the situation improved? Was only a small number of people affected? I would be concerned if some of the women involved are not getting the full after-care that they deserve or...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: Is Harley still operating in the UK?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: That will be welcomed by us because we need to look after the women in involved.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: Although litigation against the Harley Medical Group does not fall within Mr. O'Mahony's jurisdiction, will he provide an update on the position?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: I appreciate that that is not within your jurisdiction. As Members have no further questions, I thank all the witnesses for their time and the quality of their presentation, as well as for their work and commitment. It is important that we keep a vigilant eye on the issues, particularly on the importation of medicines. As Deputy Maloney said, the IMB's leaflets are to be commended. I...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: It is important that, as legislators, we are able to inform people about the IMB's work and the dangers associated with the importation of medicines when we communicate with them.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: That is important for the IMB's engagement with the Oireachtas and Members outside the committee. The old cliché about hiding one's light under the bushel applies to the IMB's work - it is important it shines a light on what it does well. As Pat O'Mahony said, the process is ongoing and the board is looking at different ways in which to engage with people, and we thank the board for...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: How is the process of substitution drugs working out?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Medicines and Medical Products: Discussion with Irish Medicines Board (24 Sep 2013)

Jerry Buttimer: Is the delay deliberate?