Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)
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Question 88: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she has received the reports on the deaths of persons (details supplied) who died while in the care of the State; the other persons who have been given copies of the reports; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25460/09]

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)
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Question 89: To ask the Minister for Health and Children when she will publish the reports on the deaths of persons (details supplied) who died while in the care of the State; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25461/09]

Barry Andrews (Dún Laoghaire, Fianna Fail)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 88 and 89 together.

I have received a copy of the reports referred to by the Deputy. The reviews were undertaken by the HSE following the deaths of two individuals who were in receipt of HSE services. The publication of both reports is a matter for the HSE. I understand in this context that the HSE has indicated that it is not intended to publish the two reports. In considering the issue of publication the HSE must be cognisant of the right to privacy and confidentiality of the deceased and any remaining family members. I have asked the HSE to advise me on the potential for publication by the HSE of the key findings of the reports where they relate to service provision generally and with a view to informing the development of child welfare and protection policy and services.