Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Social Democrats)
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302. To ask the Minister for Health the reason a data protection impact assessment was not carried out prior to the public consultation on recommendations for the implementation of a national electronic patient summary here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22946/20]

Stephen Donnelly (Wicklow, Fianna Fail)
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In accordance with GDPR and HIQA recommendations, a data protection impact assessment must be conducted when the implementation of a national electronic patient summary commences. However, this project has not yet been initiated by the HSE. Further engagement with the public and stakeholders will also be required upon commencement.