Seanad debates
Wednesday, 13 November 2002
Lindsay Tribunal Report: Motion.
I briefly turn to some of Judge Lindsay's recommendations. It is clear the Minister is committed to implementing all the report's recommendations. The report recommended that there be greater exchange of information between professionals and that steps be taken to ensure a sufficient number of haematologists are available to provide an adequate service for haemophilia sufferers. While researching this issue this morning, I telephoned Comhairle na nOspidéal and was pleased to learn that the number of haematologist has risen from 15 in 1996 to 33 today. The number of haematologists in the blood bank has also increased from four to six. I thank the Minister for keeping an eye on this area and hope the figure will continue to increase.
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