Aengus Ó Snodaigh (Dublin South Central, Sinn Fein)
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Question 219: To ask the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the delays in Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, for those awaiting liver transplant; and if he will confirm the waiting times [21073/12]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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I am determined to address the issues which cause unacceptable delays in patients receiving treatment in our hospitals. In this regard I have established the Special Delivery Unit (SDU), which will work to unblock access to acute services by dramatically improving the flow of patients through the system, and by streamlining waiting lists, including referrals from GPs. The SDU is working closely with its partner agencies - mainly the HSE and the NTPF.

In relation to the specific query raised by the Deputy, as this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.