Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Social Democrats)
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266. To ask the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 290 of 18 April 2024, the status of the strategic review of radiation therapy which commenced in December 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24575/24]

Stephen Donnelly (Wicklow, Fianna Fail)
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Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the incredibly important role of Radiation Therapists in the provision of cancer services in this country.

As the Deputy is aware, the independent review of the Radiation Therapist profession was agreed between the HSE, Department of Health and SIPTU, under the auspices of the WRC. This strategic review considered issues such as organisation structure, career development in line with Health and Social Care Professional Frameworks, strategic workforce planning and recruitment and retention strategies. The Radiation Therapist review commenced in December 2022.

A report including recommendations continues to be drafted. Outcomes of the review will then be given due consideration by the Department of Health. Implementation of any recommendations from the review are subject to approval from the Departments of Health and Public Expenditure and Reform.