Seanad debates

Thursday, 19 June 2003

OECD Economic Survey of Ireland 2003: Statements.

 

I welcome recent progress made in this regard, particularly in terms of the health strategy. It may be an issue for another debate, but the way we spend money on health services over the next five or six years will be the key to getting value for money. In light of the way the Department of Health has swallowed resources in recent years without delivering services, there must be agencies and people with major questions to answer. It is not the Government's money which is being squandered, it is that of the public. The Minister for Health and Children and the Government – and the rest of us – face a big challenge in responding to the recent health proposals and in bringing about the required improvements. The Government will be obliged to ensure that every cent spent in the health service produces results. Sadly, that has not been the case in recent years.

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