Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael)
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Question 140: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will carry out an investigation into the deaths at Leas Cross Nursing Home and Bedford House Nursing Home as a matter of urgency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8173/07]

Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael)
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Question 141: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will carry out an investigation into all aspects of the decision to move patients from St Ita's Hospital Portrane to Leas Cross Nursing Home and Bedford House Nursing Home; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8174/07]

Seán Power (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)
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The Deputy may wish to know that Minister Harney had discussions with a group representing relatives of patients at Leas Cross Nursing Home. She has indicated that she will ask a Senior Counsel to carry out an inquiry into matters relating to Leas Cross, including the transfer of patients from St Ita's to the home. The Department is currently drafting terms of reference which will be discussed with the relatives group shortly.