Brendan Griffin (Kerry South, Fine Gael)
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Question 163: To ask the Minister for Health his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding nursing administration fees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28903/11]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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An Bord Altranais is the regulatory body for nurses and midwives wishing to practise in Ireland. The principle objective of An Bord Altranais is to regulate the professions of nursing and midwifery and to enhance the protection of the public in its dealing with these professions. An Bord Altranais is a self–funding body and is reliant on the collection of fees, authorised under the provisions of the Nurses and Midwives Act 1985, to continue to provide its many important functions. The Verification of Certification Fee referred to here is one of the authorised fees that may be levied by An Bord Altranais.