Brian Lenihan Jnr (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)

I assure Senator McHugh that this issue, which I discussed recently in a different context, is on the table. It is clear that the Tánaiste has taken a personal interest in the matter. Greater North-South co-operation on health matters is vital for the future health of the people of County Donegal because, as the Senator correctly notes, long journeys to St. Luke's or other destinations in the South will not provide a permanent solution.