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Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (9 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (9 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (9 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (9 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (9 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Cystic Fibrosis: Motion (9 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: The Minister, Deputy Harney, described the very significant improvements made in developing the services for people with cystic fibrosis. The Government made cystic fibrosis a top priority in 2006. She detailed the particular developments which have been, and continue to be, put in place in the national adult referral centre at St. Vincent's Hospital. I am glad to have the opportunity to...

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Seanad: Elder Abuse: Statements (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: I understand that ten minutes are available to me. Is that correct?

Seanad: Elder Abuse: Statements (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: I thank Members for their comments. A wide range of issues was raised in the debate, which I welcome. As many Members noted, the issue of awareness must be increased and expanded and I believe that while we have made good progress, there still is much to be done. Until relatively recently, elder abuse and the abuse, neglect or mistreatment of older people was not recognised as a problem,...

Seanad: Elder Abuse: Statements (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: I may not be in this position in two weeks' time but much good work has been done by those in the office for older people, including the National Council on Ageing and Older People and the staff, who are dedicated to promoting quality of life for older people. I wish the staff well in making progress on this work. The office should remain as one dedicated to address the needs and concerns...

Seanad: Elder Abuse: Statements (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As Senator Fitzgerald has outlined, the report into the inquiry under section 55 of the Mental Health Act 2001 into the services at St. Luke's Hospital and St. Michael's unit in Clonmel highlighted very significant deficiencies in the mental health services in Clonmel. The report highlighted the aspects of the service provision and was described as being unacceptable in a modern mental...

Seanad: Elder Abuse: Statements (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: That is the report from Professor Desmond O'Neill.

Seanad: Elder Abuse: Statements (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: Professor Desmond O'Neill is to report in May.

Seanad: Elder Abuse: Statements (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: I appreciate this is an issue dear to Senator Twomey's heart and it is not his first time raising it. Professor Desmond O'Neill is due to submit his report on Leas Cross next month. As I understand it, the Garda is still investigating certain criminal aspects relating to this matter. I will communicate directly with the Senator in respect of the issue to which he refers.

Seanad: Elder Abuse: Statements (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: I will communicate further with the Senator in respect of that matter.

Seanad: Elder Abuse: Statements (8 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: I thank the Cathaoirleach and the Senators for giving me the opportunity to make a statement on the subject of elder abuse. It is important to highlight this issue at every opportunity and that is the reason I appreciate this opportunity. Elder abuse in any form is unacceptable and I reiterate the Government's full and continuing commitment to tackling this issue. Elder abuse is a societal...

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (7 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply. Question No. 86 answered with Question No. 78.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (7 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: I have been informed that the independent investigation committee appointed by the Health Service Executive to investigate the circumstances of the case referred to by the Deputy continues to meet. The chairperson has indicated that its report will be submitted to the Executive by the end of April 2009. The question of its dissemination will then be a matter for the HSE.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (7 Apr 2009)

Máire Hoctor: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.