Written answers

Tuesday, 24 November 2020

Department of Health

Abortion Services Provision

Photo of Carol NolanCarol Nolan (Laois-Offaly, Independent)
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929. To ask the Minister for Health if he has been notified by the HSE of any incidence of misdiagnosis involving prenatal screening and diagnostic tests for foetal abnormalities prior to a termination of pregnancy being administered during the period of 1 January 2019 to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38741/20]

Photo of Stephen DonnellyStephen Donnelly (Wicklow, Fianna Fail)
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As the Deputy will know, the Department of Health does not comment on individual cases. However, as the Deputy will be aware from media reports, one case has been drawn to my attention.

Officials from the Department of Health have engaged directly with the couple concerned in relation to their experiences. I have sought to meet with the couple and will do so very shortly.

My overriding concern is for the family involved and I must stress the need to respect their privacy.

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