Paul Connaughton Snr (Galway East, Fine Gael)
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Question 289: To ask the Minister for Health and Children when the proposed mediator or arbitrator will be appointed to resolve the difficulties regarding the orthodontic problems which constitute huge waiting lists all over the country; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9182/08]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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I have not appointed a mediator or arbitrator to explore any aspect of the public orthodontic services waiting list. However, I have appointed a mediator to resolve an issue between a small number of consultant orthodontists and the HSE.