Joe McHugh (Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister of State for his response. Political capital should not be made of an issue as sensitive as this. Cancer is becoming too common among communities in County Donegal and the issue is of concern to every family.

While the Minister of State set out some new information with regard to proposals by the HSE, a change in mindset is required. Patients from Malin Head face a long journey to Letterkenny and a longer trek to St. Luke's Hospital or Galway. The people of County Donegal pay their taxes and deserve a service. I ask the Minister of State to keep this issue on the table.