Denis Naughten (Longford-Roscommon, Fine Gael)
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Question 73: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the reason for the delay in appointing a consultant physician at Roscommon County Hospital; the action she is taking to have this appointment made immediately; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12634/05]

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 the provision of services at Roscommon County Hospital. 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.