James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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Question 89: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if her Department provides funds to the Irish Patients' Association; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29154/07]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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The Irish Patients' Association is a voluntary, independent organisation which advocates issues relating to quality, safety and patients' rights within the healthcare system. The Association plays a significant and useful role in representing the concerns and needs of patients. The recent 'Clean Hospital Summit', the second in two years, is an excellent example of a successful Irish Patients' Association initiative. The Health Service Executive provided funding of €87,205 to the Irish Patients' Association this year.