Denis Naughten (Longford-Roscommon, Fine Gael)
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Question 71: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the number of paramedic vacancies in acute, community, mental and geriatric services in the HSE western region; the breakdown on a county basis; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12632/05]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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The health service personnel census collects employment information solely on the basis of grade and employing agency. It does not include any data on vacancy levels. Accordingly, my Department has requested the chief officer of the HSE's western area to investigate the matter raised and to reply directly to the Deputy.

Denis Naughten (Longford-Roscommon, Fine Gael)
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Question 72: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the number of doctor and consultant vacancies in acute, community, mental and geriatric services in the HSE western region; the breakdown on a county basis; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12633/05]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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The Health Act 2004 provided for the Health Service Executive, which was established on 1 January 2005. Under the Act the executive has the responsibility to manage and deliver or arrange to be delivered on its behalf health and personal social services. This includes responsibility for medical appointments. Accordingly, my Department has requested the chief executive officer of the HSE's western area to investigate the matter raised and to reply directly to the Deputy.