James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Basically, these are technical and drafting amendments. Amendment No. 1 relates to section 10 of the Health Act 2004, which deals with directions to the HSE from the Minister. The amendment clarifies that directions issued by the Minister can be amended or revoked by the Minister. It brings the drafting position back into line with the position under the Act of 2004.

Amendment No. 31 relates to section 20, which amends section 77 of the Health Act 2004. It deals with certificate evidence regarding delegation and sub-delegation of functions within the HSE in legal proceedings. The amendment ensures that the sub-delegation of functions are properly covered under section 77.

Amendment No. 32 relates to section 22, which provides that references in legislation to the board and chief executive of the HSE are to be read as references to the directorate and director general. The purpose of amendment No. 32 is to provide that section 22 encompasses references in statutory instruments and in contracts.