An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
Dail Éireann — 2024-02-27
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Paschal Donohoe (FG), Dublin Central

The Minister of State, Deputy Butler, and I are aware of the issue being raised by Deputy Smith. As for what has happened here, I believe that five separate attempts have been made to find a replacement for the GP who retired. Five separate recruitment campaigns have been run. As the Deputy is aware, more so than I am, these services have been provided on a locum basis since 2020. The HSE agrees with the Deputy that this is not a sustainable way in which the State can provide health services to the Deputy's constituents. The HSE is aware of this matter. It hopes to have a solution to it shortly. I will certainly pass on to the HSE the Deputy's concerns about the matter. I know the Department of Health is already aware of this.

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