Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Senator again for speaking on this topic. The Department of Health appreciates the expertise of pharmacists and the valuable contribution they make, both in working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals as part of a team and working independently. By leveraging their knowledge, they make a significant contribution that adds benefits to patient outcomes. I acknowledge the Senator's indication that the health committee intends to write to the Minister. Perhaps the committee might consider undertaking a substantive body of work around this issue. I will take the matters raised by the Senator today directly to the Minister.