Health Services Staff
Dail Éireann — 2026-07-09
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Jennifer Carroll MacNeill (FG), Dún Laoghaire

I thank Deputy Cullinane and I acknowledge all of the people involved. The impact of it means people can rest easier knowing they will have the care they need at any time they need it. Of course I will discuss it with the Minister, Deputy Lawless, and of course it is collaborative. The more I think about the co-location of hospitals and medical schools, what we are trying to do in medical devices and pharmaceuticals, and the opportunity for research and innovation, it is driving health not just for the benefit of patients but to make sure it is a driver for the economy as well. We have such an opportunity and we have such a talented workforce. We have such a medical clinical profession that is dedicated to research and innovation. All of these opportunities present and I am so glad Deputy Cullinane has raised SETU in this context as well.

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Sitting date: 2026-07-09