The second recommendation also addresses an issue of major importance, that is, the establishment of a co-ordinating committee for haemophilia. The Department will proceed with the establishment, on a statutory footing, of a national haemophilia co-ordinating committee, which will be called the National Haemophilia Council. Representation on the committee will include professionals involved in haemophilia care, the Irish Haemophilia Society, representing consumers of the service, health boards, my Department and relevant interests. The results of poor communication and lack of co-ordination of services in the past point to the need for a streamlined uniform system of communication between service providers and a consistent high quality system of care delivered throughout the country. The council will oversee, monitor and advise me on all aspects of haemophilia care. Its overall aim will be to ensure improved communication between clinicians and improved co-ordination of services resulting in a consistent high quality of care regardless of the area of the country in which people live.