Clare Daly (Dublin Fingal, Independent)
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305. To ask the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 785 of 17 April 2018, the number of the 44 approved neurologist posts that have been filled. [19036/18]

Clare Daly (Dublin Fingal, Independent)
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306. To ask the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 785 of 17 April 2018, the investment committed for the diagnosis and treatment of neurology related conditions; and the percentage increase or decrease on investment this represents when compared to 2017. [19037/18]

Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 305 and 306 together.

As the Deputy is aware, the Model of Care for Neurology was launched by the Director General of the HSE in late 2016. This was developed by the HSE’s National Clinical Programme for Neurology in collaboration with consultants, nurses, health and social care professionals and patient support groups. It aims to address the need for strategic development of neurology services in the provision of better care for these patients.

In relation to the specific queries raised by the Deputy, as these are a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to you directly as soon as possible.