Martin Daly — Watch Them Work

2026-04-15

VOTE

Organisation of Working Time (Leave for Health Screening Purposes) Bill 2025

A bill to provide for a period of paid leave in order to enable employees to participate in health screening programmes; for that purpose to amend the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997; to extend the protection against unfair dismissals conferred by the Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977 to 2015; to provide for the consequential amendment of certain other Acts; and to provide for related matters.

✗ voted against the motion motion failed · 65–83

2026-04-02

LOBBY

Medical Emergency Response Education and Training

Medical Emergency Response Ireland (MER) provided written communications to members of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Health in advance of a meeting on health services for allergies. The communication introduced the organisation and its objectives, and shared findings from a report on emergency preparedness in schools, including access to emergency medicines, training, and identified gaps in resources.

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the current average waiting time for emergency department admission and inpatient beds at University Hospital Galway, in tabular form; and the steps being taken to reduce overcrowding. [22327/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of general practitioner vacancies in the Roscommon–Galway constituency, in tabular form; and the measures in place to recruit and retain GPs in rural areas. [22328/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients from the Roscommon-Galway constituency currently awaiting outpatient and inpatient treatment, broken down by specialty, in tabular form. [22329/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the current average waiting time for admission from the emergency department at Portiuncula University Hospital, in tabular form. [22337/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients on trolleys at Portiuncula University Hospital on a daily average basis in 2025 and to-date in 2026, in tabular format [22338/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of inpatient beds available at Portiuncula University Hospital; and the plans to increase capacity in 2026, in tabular form. [22339/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of cancelled procedures at Portiuncula University Hospital in the past 12 months due to capacity constraints, in tabular form. [22340/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the current staffing levels at Portiuncula University Hospital, including nursing and consultant posts; and the number of vacancies, in tabular form. [22341/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the range of services currently available at Roscommon University Hospital; and the plans to expand those services. [22342/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients attending the injury unit at Roscommon University Hospital annually; and her plans to extend operating hours, with the attendance figures, in tabular form. [22343/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the availability of diagnostic services at Roscommon University Hospital, including CT, MRI and endoscopy; and her plans for expansion, with current and planned capacity, in tabular form. [22344/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of step-down and rehabilitation beds available at Roscommon University Hospital; and whether additional capacity is planned, with the figures in tabular form. [22345/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients transferred from Portiuncula University Hospital to other hospitals due to capacity constraints in the past 12 months, in tabular form. [22346/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients from the Roscommon–Galway constituency currently on outpatient waiting lists, by specialty and waiting time bands, in tabular form. [22347/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients from the Roscommon–Galway constituency awaiting inpatient or day-case procedures, in tabular form. [22348/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients from the Roscommon–Galway constituency referred to University Hospital Galway for specialist treatment in the past 12 months, in tabular form. [22349/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of general practitioner vacancies in the Roscommon-Galway constituency; and the areas most affected, in tabular form. [22350/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of ambulance crews assigned to the Roscommon-Galway constituency; and whether additional resources are planned, with current and planned crew numbers, in tabular form. [22351/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of people in the Roscommon–Galway constituency currently awaiting access to primary care psychology services; and the average waiting time, in tabular form. [22352/26]

2026-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in the Roscommon–Galway constituency awaiting home support hours; and the average waiting time for allocation, in tabular form. [22353/26]

2026-03-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health when she intends to publish the final report of the workforce planning sub-group of the National Clinical Trials Oversight Group; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19084/26]

2026-03-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the current waiting time for physiotherapy services in the Castlerea Primary Care Centre catchment area; the number of patients currently on the waiting list; and whether there are plans to increase physiotherapy capacity locally. [19314/26]

2026-03-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the availability of primary care counselling services in the Castlerea area, including waiting times for access to counselling supports; and whether there are plans to expand access for patients who do not hold a medical card. [19315/26]

2026-03-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the current waiting times for occupational therapy and dietetics referrals from GPs in the Castlerea area; and the steps the HSE is taking to improve access to these services. [19316/26]

2026-03-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the community supports are currently available in the Roscommon/Castlerea area for persons living with chronic psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder; and whether additional social supports, key worker supports, or residential options are planned. [19317/26]

2026-03-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the current staffing levels and operational capacity of mental health home treatment teams serving the Roscommon area; and whether there have been any reductions in service provision. [19318/26]

2026-03-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the current waiting times for outpatient appointments in ENT, orthopaedics and cardiology for patients referred from the Castlerea area; and the actions being taken to reduce delays for these specialties. [19319/26]

2026-03-11

LOBBY

Health Research Charities Ireland Health

Support for the asks contained in the HRCI Position Paper 2026

2026-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of linear accelerators currently in use for radiotherapy services in the State; their age profile, including the number over 20 years old; the recommended replacement age for such equipment; and whether a rolling procurement and replacement programme is in place. [18169/26]

2026-03-04

LOBBY

Vape Business Ireland Health

Legislation on vaping

2026-03-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether there is a national HIV strategy or national HIV action plan, separate to the National Sexual Health Action Plan and the Healthy Ireland framework; and if not, whether consideration has been given to developing a dedicated national strategy for HIV. [16391/26]

2026-03-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether consideration has been given to the introduction of routine or opt-out HIV screening in emergency departments and other large acute hospital settings, in light of advances in treatment and the benefits of early diagnosis. [16392/26]

2026-03-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether the opt-out HIV screening pilot in Saint James’s Hospital has been evaluated; if so, the findings of that evaluation; and whether consideration has been given to rolling out a similar programme in other acute hospitals. [16393/26]

2026-03-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether the national HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) programme has been reviewed in terms of accessibility and uptake; and whether consideration has been given to expanding access for groups at increased risk of HIV infection. [16394/26]

2026-02-24

PQ

Asked Taoiseach

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on health will next meet. [69861/25]

2026-02-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if there is currently an assessment of needs officer in place in County Galway [14936/26]

2026-02-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if there is currently an assessment of needs officer in place in County Roscommon [14937/26]

2026-01-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the action her Department and the HSE have taken on the proposed introduction of a national programme for the safe disposal of unused medications in the community in line with EU Directive 2001/83/EC; if she will commit to pursuing this matter further with a view to establishing a safe, consistent and accessible return system through community pharmacies nationwide as a matter of priority; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7334/26]

2026-01-28

LOBBY

Huntington's Disease Association of Ireland Health

To highlight the need for a coordinated specialist multi-disciplinary service and dedicated integrated care pathway for families impacted by Huntington's disease.

2026-01-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she plans to continue the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination programme into the future; the way in which the ongoing review by the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) will inform long-term decisions on RSV immunisation; the expected timelines for the publication of HIQA’s full health technology assessment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6697/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of consultant posts approved under the Health Service Capacity Review 2018 and subsequent Sláintecare Implementation Strategy; the number filled as of 31 December 2025, broken down by speciality and hospital group; and when remaining posts are expected to be filled. [5660/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of additional acute public hospital beds that were scheduled for delivery in 2025 under the National Service Plan 2025; the number that were delivered by year-end, by hospital; and the reasons for any variance. [5661/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the proportion of emergency department overcrowding attributable to delayed discharges, as measured in the HSE Performance Profile Q4 2025; and the actions planned in 2026 to address delayed discharge capacity. [5662/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of high-risk patient safety recommendations identified in HIQA inspection reports published since 2020 which remain open; the average length of time outstanding; and the body responsible for implementation. [5663/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the utilisation rate of public MRI and CT scanners as reported in the HSE National Performance Oversight Group Report 2025; the cost of outsourcing diagnostics in 2025, and planned reductions in outsourcing in 2026. [5664/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the average ambulance handover time at emergency departments in 2025, as recorded in the National Ambulance Service Annual Report 2025; and the hospitals with the longest delays. [5665/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of GPs aged 60 and over recorded by the HSE primary care reimbursement service; and the measures under the GP Agreement 2019 that addresses replacement and succession planning. [5666/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the average waiting time for adult medical card dental treatment in 2025, by CHO area, as reported by the HSE; and the actions that are planned to restore services under the dental treatment services scheme. [5667/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in receipt of publicly funded home support services in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025 or latest date available; and the number of persons approved for such services but not yet in receipt of same, in tabular form. [5690/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on waiting lists for home support services in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025 or latest date available, by those waiting less than three months, three–six months, six–12 months and over 12 months, in tabular form. [5691/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting personal assistance services in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025; and the duration of time spent on the waiting list, in tabular form. [5693/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children awaiting a first appointment with primary care speech and language therapy services in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025 or latest date available by waiting time bands, in tabular form. [5694/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children awaiting occupational therapy assessment through primary care services in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025; and the length of time they have been waiting, in tabular form. [5695/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children awaiting access to primary care psychology services in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025 or latest date available, by waiting time duration, in tabular form. [5696/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of CAMHS teams in place in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025; the funded staffing complement for each team; and the number of vacant posts, in tabular form. [5697/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children on CAMHS waiting lists in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025 or latest date available, by length of time waiting, in tabular form. [5698/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of acute inpatient beds available in each public hospital as of 31 December 2025; and the average bed occupancy rate recorded during 2025, in tabular form. [5699/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department presentations in each public hospital during 2025; and the proportion resulting in admission discharge or transfer, in tabular form. [5700/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients admitted to critical care units in each public hospital during 2025; and the average length of stay in each unit, in tabular form. [5701/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of critical care beds available in each public hospital as of 31 December 2025; and the average occupancy rate recorded during that year, in tabular form. [5702/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of scheduled theatre sessions planned and delivered in each public hospital during 2025, in tabular form. [5703/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of hospital-acquired infection outbreaks reported in each public hospital during 2025, by infection type, in tabular form. [5704/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of serious reportable patient safety incidents recorded in each hospital group during 2025, in tabular form. [5705/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of HIQA inspections carried out in public hospitals during 2025; and the number of high-risk findings identified at each location, in tabular form. [5706/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of public hospital beds closed temporarily or permanently during 2025; and the reason recorded for closure in each case, in tabular form. [5707/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of hospital discharges delayed due to lack of community step-down or rehabilitation beds during 2025, in tabular form. [5708/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients transferred from public hospitals to private hospitals under public arrangements during 2025, in tabular form. [5709/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of outpatient clinics scheduled and delivered in each hospital group during 2025, in tabular form. [5710/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of outpatient appointments that were recorded as did not attend in each hospital group during 2025, in tabular form. [5711/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of community diagnostic hubs operational in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025; and the services provided at each hub, in tabular form. [5712/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of referrals received by community diagnostic hubs in each CHO area during 2025, in tabular form. [5713/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons assessed for eligibility for the nursing homes support scheme during 2025; and the number approved in each CHO area, in tabular form. [5714/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting funding approval under the nursing homes support scheme as of 31 December 2025; and the length of time waiting, in tabular form. [5715/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of public health nurses employed in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025; and the number of sanctioned posts vacant, in tabular form. [5716/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of funded health and social care professional posts in each CHO area as of 31 December 2025 broken down by discipline, in tabular form. [5717/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons receiving specialist palliative care services in each CHO area during 2025, in tabular form. [5718/26]

2026-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of complaints received under Part 9 of the Health Act 2004 by each public hospital during 2025; and the number resolved within statutory timeframes in tabular form. [5719/26]

2026-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the measures in place to ensure that children with complex and predictable medical needs who experience repeated hospital admissions have pre-planned care pathways in acute hospitals; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4994/26]

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Irish Council for Psychotherapy Health

ICP concerns & recommendations re: the proposed CORU Standards of Proficiency & Criteria for Education & Training Programmes for Psychotherapists.

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Vulcan Consulting Limited 2 returns Health

Rare Disease Policy in Ireland
Diabetes Policy in Ireland

2026-01-21

LOBBY

The Asthma Society of Ireland 2 returns Health

Invitation to Attend Asthma Community Workshops
AV Room Briefing for World Lung Day

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Home and Community Care Ireland Health

Meetings on general home care issues

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Insurance Ireland Banking and Financial Institutions

On behalf of members, to raise awareness of issues pertinent to the Irish health insurance industry

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Novartis Ireland Limited Health

Invitation to a meeting to discuss EU and Irish Cardiovascular Strategy

2026-01-21

LOBBY

The Irish Hospice Foundation Health

Written request to Chair and members of Oireachtas Committee on Health seeking opportunity to present findings from a report on the end of life experiences of older people to the Committee.

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Irish Cancer Society 3 returns Health

Regional investment needs for cancer services
Oireachtas Committee on Health
Oireachtas Cross-Party Group on Cancer

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - IACP Health

Raised concerns about the Publication of the Standards and Criteria for Counsellors and Psychotherapists by the Counsellors and Psychotherapists Registration Board of CORU

2026-01-21

LOBBY

LauraLynn Ireland's Children's Hospice Health

LauraLynn Pre-Budget 2026 Submission

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Alcohol Forum Ireland Health

To ensure meaningful inclusion of alcohol as a policy priority within the new National Drug Strategy.

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Pender & Associates Ltd 2 returns Health

Letter seeking engagement on oral health policy
Engagement relating to the needs of oral healthcare

2026-01-21

LOBBY

RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland) Health

Raising public awareness of brain health and improving sport inclusion for people impacted by brain conditions

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Rehab Group Public Expenditure and Reform

Rehab's Pre Budget Submission

2026-01-21

LOBBY

National Centre for Youth Mental Health Health

Letter to the Oireachtas regarding subcommittee on mental health.

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Pinnacle Public Affairs Ltd Health

Cardiovascular Health Policy in Ireland and the EU

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Takeda Products Ireland Health

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) awareness and care pathways in Ireland

2026-01-21

LOBBY

AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals (Ireland) DAC 2 returns Health

Alexion - Joint Committee on Health session on the treatment of rare diseases
Meeting requests/Meetings - Proposal for an Early Access Programme for Innovative Oncology Medicines

2026-01-21

LOBBY

LGBT Support and Advocacy Network Ireland CLG Health

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health Report on Pre-Legislative Scrutiny of the Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) (Amendment) Bill

2026-01-21

LOBBY

Movember Health

Launch of the Real Face of Men's Health report focused on the delivery of the National Men's Health Action plan, with a range of recommendations on priority areas

2026-01-20

LOBBY

The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA Agriculture

IFA Budget 2026 Briefing

2026-01-20

LOBBY

GSK Health

Immunisation against RSV

2026-01-20

LOBBY

221+ Patient Suport Group Health

Submission of 221+ Business Case to Minister for Health

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Nursing Homes Ireland Health

NHI met with Deputy Daly to discuss NHI's Insights Paper which was launched in July 2025, required government support for residential care of our ageing population and a dedicated government public policy on the care of the older person so the sector can effectively plan for the future.

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Rockwood Consulting ULC Health

Sought meetings to brief DPOs on Veonet's service offering and the development of a national eyecare strategy

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Pfizer Health

Expansion of the National Immunisation Programme to include RSV vaccination for older adults

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Kathleen O'Meara Public Affairs Consultant Health

Lobbying by Chime, Ireland's national charity for deaf and hard of hearing people, for a national hearing care plan

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Irish Second-Level Students' Union (ISSU) Health

Regarding the bill for endometriosis care

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Mental Health Reform Health

Mental Health Bill 2024 -Legislative reform

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Irish Cancer Society 2 returns Health

Expansion of QUIT services
Nicotine product regulation

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Sandoz Health

Correspondence to political representatives regarding the Biosimilar medicines industry, and the challenges and opportunities that exist.

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Hanover Media Strategy Limited 3 returns Health

Letter to Joint Committee on Health concerning the current inequities in access to innovative oncology medicines in Ireland.
AV Room Briefing Event to discuss a Proposal for an Early Access Programme for Innovative Oncology Medicines
Meeting request to discuss protection for over 65s in winter flu season

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Danone Ireland Health

Engagement with members of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health, highlighting support for recommendations from INDI and IrSPEN, regarding the role of high-protein oral nutritional supplements in supporting positive health outcomes for patients

2026-01-19

LOBBY

Teiripe Pobail Éireann CLG 2 returns Health

Coru - Publication of the Standards and Criteria for Counsellors and Psychotherapists by the Counsellors and Psychotherapists Registration Board
Community Therapy Ireland Clinical Governance Badge of Excellence

2026-01-19

LOBBY

Alcohol Action Ireland 3 returns Health

Alcohol policy development
Youth drinking
Online alcohol marketing

2026-01-19

LOBBY

MOVE Ireland Health

Appeared at Oireachtas Committee as part of Alcohol Action Ireland (AAI).

2026-01-19

LOBBY

Irish Medical Organisation Health

Digitalisation of the Health Services

2026-01-19

LOBBY

Healthy Homes Ireland Housing

To secure meetings and engage with elected/designated officials in order to communicate the findings of Healthy Homes Ireland's report; 'Our place: Towards Healthier Greener Homes'. Hosted a breakfast forum event to discuss to how Ireland balances the need to build affordable homes at pace with delivering homes that are high quality, focusing on upcoming EU housing policy developments including the recast Energy Performance of Buildings Directive and the European Affordable Housing Plan.

2026-01-19

LOBBY

Cheshire Ireland Health

Submission of Pre Budget Submission

2026-01-17

LOBBY

The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 2 returns FinanceTaxation

Animal Health - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
VAT and Taxation on Farm Inputs

2026-01-16

LOBBY

Fórsa trade union Health

Seeking changes to hiring practices in the HSE. Specifically backfilling maternity leave roles

2026-01-16

LOBBY

Irish Heart Foundation 2 returns Health

Statements on the use of vapes and nicotine products by young people and adolescents
Oireachtas Heart and Stroke Group

2026-01-16

LOBBY

Dexcom Health

Diabetes Policy in Ireland

2026-01-16

LOBBY

Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Health

Issues related to health policy

2026-01-16

LOBBY

The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 2 returns Finance

Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Animal Health Ireland
Herd Health Plans

2026-01-13

LOBBY

Muscular Dystrophy Society of Ireland GLC Health

Written statement in response to the Joint Committee on Health’s call for evidence on issues relating to rare diseases, including access to and reimbursement for medicines.

2026-01-13

LOBBY

Reduced Risk Products Association Company Limited Health

The Reduced Risk Products Association issued written communications to selected members of the Oireachtas following statements made during a Dáil debate on vaping, providing factual information and evidence on vaping and nicotine products, including youth use, smoking cessation, flavours, and potential implications of proposed regulatory measures.

2026-01-07

LOBBY

Polio Survivors Ireland Health

Organised and invited TDs and Senators to AV Room event in Leinster House, to mark World Polio Day 2025

2026-01-07

LOBBY

Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation Health

Formally classifying COVID-19 as an occupational disease in Ireland

2026-01-06

LOBBY

Neurological Alliance of Ireland Health

Establishment of a cross-party group to raise awareness of neurological conditions

2026-01-05

LOBBY

Chime Health

To advocate for a National Hearing Care Plan

2025-12-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if the HSE has a policy on drug addiction prevention; and if so, if a policy document is available; and if she will provide the same. [73716/25]

2025-12-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if the HSE has a policy on harm reduction in relation to drug taking; and if so, if a policy document is available; and if she will provide the same. [73717/25]

2025-12-17

VOTE

Animal Health and Welfare (Ban on Fox Hunting) Bill 2025

A bill to amend the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013 to ban the hunting of a fox or foxes; and to provide for related matters.

✗ voted against the motion motion failed · 24–124

2025-12-17

VOTE

Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) (Amendment) Bill 2023: Restoration to Order Paper (Resumed)

✗ voted against the motion motion failed · 71–73

2025-12-17

VOTE

Health (Waiting Lists) Bill 2024

A bill to amend and extend the Health Act 2004 and for that purpose to provide for the conferral of additional functions on the Minister for Health in relation to setting of priorities and performance targets by that Minister in relation to maximum waiting times for health and personal social services; to amend the National Treatment Purchase Fund Board (Establishment) Order 2004 to provide for additional reporting, revised corporate governance and accountability arrangements; and to provide for related matters.

✗ voted against the motion motion failed · 66–80

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the current recruitment campaigns for occupational therapy; and the number of posts offered versus filled in each health region over the past 12 months. [70950/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of people currently awaiting a first-time occupational therapy assessments in each county of the HSE west and north-west region; the number waiting over 12 months; the proportion this represents of the total waiting list; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [70944/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the longest current waiting time for an occupational therapy assessment in the HSE west and north-west; and the actions being taken to reduce excessive delays. [70945/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the average waiting time for paediatric occupational therapy assessments in Roscommon and Galway; and the measures being prioritised to improve timely access. [70946/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of occupational therapy posts currently vacant in each CHO area; the number of posts temporarily or permanently unfilled due to the pay and numbers strategy; and her plans to reinstate these posts. [70947/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of occupational therapy posts frozen or not permitted to be recruited due to the HSE pay and numbers strategy in 2023 and 2024. [70948/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she has assessed the impact of the pay and numbers strategy on waiting lists for occupational therapy nationally and specifically in the West and North West regions; and if she will publish any such assessment. [70949/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if her Department has reviewed the findings of the health and social care professions workforce survey, which reported high levels of stress, burnout, and vacancy rates among occupational therapy; and the actions that will be taken to address these issues. [70951/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will examine measures to improve retention of occupational therapy within the public health service, including structured career pathways, enhanced supports, and strategies to mitigate burnout. [70952/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of clinical specialist occupational therapist posts currently funded and filled; the number unfilled; and if additional posts will be created to address service demand. [70953/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she intends to introduce advanced practitioner roles for occupational therapists within the HSE. [70954/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the way in which her Department is addressing regional disparities in access to occupational therapy, particularly the significant delays in the west and north west. [70956/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health her plans to reduce occupational therapy waiting lists by at least 50% within a defined timeframe; and the additional staffing, funding, and structural reforms required to achieve this goal. [70957/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the key improvements delivered in mental health services in 2025; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [71237/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the key improvements delivered in primary care services in 2025; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [71238/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the key improvements delivered in older people’s services in 2025; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [71239/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the key improvements delivered in acute hospital services in 2025; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [71240/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children admitted to adult mental health units to date in 2025. [71241/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of home support hours currently being provided in each LHO area as of 1 December 2025 or the latest date available; the way that compares to target in each LHO for the same time period; the number of persons currently on the waiting list for home support hours in each LHO area; the number waiting 0-3, 3-6, 6-12 and the number waiting 12 months plus, in tabular form. [71242/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting placement under the fair deal scheme as of 1 December 2025 or latest date available; the average waiting time; the number of persons currently awaiting placement under the scheme for each local health area; and the length of time waiting, in tabular form. [71243/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of delayed discharges at the end of November 2025 for each public and voluntary hospital; and the total number to date in 2025, in tabular form. [71244/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of bed days lost owing to delayed discharges to date in 2025, for each public and voluntary hospital, in tabular form. [71245/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of spinal fusion patients currently waiting less than four months for treatment for both Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin and Temple Street Children’s University Hospital for the end of November 2025 or the latest date available; the number waiting 4-8 months and more than 8 months; and if she would provide the same information for other spinal patients, in tabular form. [71246/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for a podiatry appointment in primary care as of 1 December 2025 or the latest date available; the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [71247/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for an ophthalmology appointment in primary care as of 1 December 2025 or the latest date available; the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [71248/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for an audiology appointment in primary care as of 1 December 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [71249/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for a dietetics appointment in primary care as of 1 December 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [71250/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for a psychology appointment in primary care as of 1 December 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [71251/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for a counselling appointment in primary care as of 1 December 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [71252/25]

2025-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each Local Health Office area waiting for a child and adolescent mental health services appointment as of 1 December 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [71253/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of new emergency places provided to people with a disability as of 1st November 2025; broken down by local health office, in tabular form. [67381/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of children as of 1st November 2025 or latest date available that were awaiting a first assessment from the HSE under the Disability Act 2005; broken down by local health office, in tabular form. [67382/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of people as of 1st November 2025 or latest date available on the speech and language therapy assessment waiting list; the number waiting less than 4 months, 4-12 months, and the number waiting more than 12 months; the numbers for each category waiting aged 0-17 years (both CDNT and Primary Care Services); and those aged 18 and above; broken down by local health area, in tabular form. [67383/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of people for each local health area as of 1st November 2025 or latest date available, on the speech and language therapy initial treatment waiting list; the number waiting less than 4 months, 4-12 months, and the number waiting more than 12 months; the numbers for each category waiting aged 0-17 years (both CDNT and Primary Care Services) and those aged 18 and above, in tabular form. [67384/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of people for each local health area as of 1st November 2025 or latest date available, on the speech and language therapy further treatment waiting list; the number waiting less than 4 months, 4-12 months, and the number waiting more than 12 months; and the numbers for each category waiting aged 0-17 years (both CDNT and Primary Care Services) and those aged 18 and above, in tabular form. [67385/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of people on the occupational therapy first time assessment waiting list for each local health area as of 1st November 2025 or latest date available; the number waiting less than 4 months, 4-12 months, and more than 12 months; and the number for each wait category aged 0-4 years, 5-17 years, 18-64 years and 65 plus years, in tabular form. [67386/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of people for each local health area as of 1st November 2025 or latest date available, on the speech and language therapy initial treatment waiting list; the number waiting less than 4 months, 4-12 months, and the number waiting more than 12 months; the numbers for each category waiting aged 0-17 years (both CDNT and Primary Care Services) and those aged 18 and above, in tabular form. [67694/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of people as of 1st November 2025 or latest date available on the speech and language therapy assessment waiting list; the number waiting less than 4 months, 4-12 months, and the number waiting more than 12 months; the numbers for each category waiting aged 0-17 years (both CDNT and Primary Care Services); and those aged 18 and above; broken down by local health area, in tabular form. [67695/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of people for each local health area as of 1st November 2025 or latest date available, on the speech and language therapy further treatment waiting list; the number waiting less than 4 months, 4-12 months, and the number waiting more than 12 months; and the numbers for each category waiting aged 0-17 years (both CDNT and Primary Care Services) and those aged 18 and above, in tabular form. [67696/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will review the eligibility criteria for the long-term illness scheme, with particular reference to the exclusion of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) from the list of qualifying conditions; if she will outline the basis on which CLL continues to be excluded, despite its nature as a long-term clinical illness; and if she will consider updating or expanding the list of eligible conditions to ensure that patients with CLL are not left without appropriate supports. [67709/25]

2025-12-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the supports, schemes or financial assistance currently available to patients diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, given that they are not eligible for the long-term illness scheme; and if she will outline any alternative pathways through which such patients can access necessary medication and ongoing treatment supports. [67710/25]

2025-11-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the reason the osteoporosis drug Prolia, denosumab, is not routinely available free of charge to men with confirmed debilitating osteoporosis in Ireland in the same manner as it is available to women in equivalent clinical circumstances; and the steps her Department is taking to ensure equitable access for male patients in the Roscommon–Galway constituency who could benefit from this treatment but currently face significant financial or access barriers. [64522/25]

2025-11-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will reconsider the decision not to renew the temporary financial support scheme for healthcare and social care workers suffering from long Covid, given the significant occupational risk faced by front-line staff during the height of the pandemic. [62513/25]

2025-11-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will recognise long Covid as an occupational illness, noting that several other EU countries have already set this precedent. [62514/25]

2025-11-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the supports that will be made available to healthcare and social care workers affected by long Covid once the current temporary financial support scheme ends in December. [62515/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the plans her Department has to reduce waiting times for children's mental health in Roscommon-Galway; whether additional staff or resources have been allocated; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [61468/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons availing of private health insurance by age group (details supplied). [60904/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the total number of staff in each public and voluntary hospital on a whole-time equivalent basis at the end of September 2025; the number of medical and dental staff on a whole-time equivalent basis and the number of nursing and midwifery staff on a whole-time equivalent basis in each public and voluntary hospital at the end of September 2025, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60963/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will provide an update on the implementation of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) screening in the National Newborn Bloodspot Screening Programme; if she will confirm the expected timeline for the commencement of routine SMA screening for newborns; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60986/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health her plans to expand dental surgery services under general anaesthetic at Galway University Hospital for adults and children with intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities in the Galway-Roscommon region, given that the current provision of one session every second Tuesday morning is insufficient and elective procedures have been repeatedly cancelled due to hospital escalation protocols; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60989/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children currently on waiting lists for initial assessments for mental health services in the Roscommon-Galway constituency; the average waiting time for these assessments; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [61465/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children currently waiting for follow-up appointments or ongoing treatment in mental health services in Roscommon-Galway; the average duration of these waits; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [61466/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the measures being implemented to reduce hospital waiting times in the Roscommon-Galway region, particularly at Portiuncula and Roscommon University Hospitals; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [61470/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if her Department has conducted a review of ambulance response times in rural areas of Roscommon and Galway; the actions being taken to improve emergency response efficiency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [61471/25]

2025-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children in Galway and Roscommon that have missed critical developmental checks in the past 12 months; whether her Department has assessed the long-term impact; the plans in place to ensure timely access to these checks going forward; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [61472/25]

2025-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the impact of the Mount Carmel surgical hub in terms of waiting times for surgeries; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60874/25]

2025-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health for an update on plans to ban single use vapes; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60875/25]

2025-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the total and percentage increase in staffing numbers across all hospitals since 2020 to date, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60876/25]

2025-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number entitled to a medical card; the uptake since eligibility was extended to those on a median income; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60877/25]

2025-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number that have availed of the free HRT scheme since its introduction; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60878/25]

2025-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number that have availed of free IVF since its introduction; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60879/25]

2025-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if progress has been made on the PFG commitment to examine the introduction of free pelvic floor physical therapy sessions for women after childbirth; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60880/25]

2025-11-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health for an update on the implementation of the Acute Hospital Inpatient Bed Capacity Expansion Plan 2024–2031; if she will detail, by each relevant hospital, the number of the 441 ‘committed’ beds now in place; and if she will detail, by each relevant hospital, the number of the 2,997 ‘total planned bed’ now in place (details supplied), in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57695/25]

2025-11-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health when the gynaecological theatre will be built on the same floor of the maternity unit in Portiuncula University Hospital as per the 2018 Walker report. [58577/25]

2025-11-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health when the seven whole-time equivalent obstetrician posts will be filled to support maternity services at Portiuncula University Hospital, as per the 2018 Walker report. [58578/25]

2025-11-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will provide an update on the implementation of the "one hospital, two sites" governance structure recommended in the 2018 Walker report for Portiuncula University Hospital and Galway University Hospital. [58579/25]

2025-11-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health when the seven whole-time equivalent obstetric consultant posts will be recruited in full at Portiuncula University Hospital, in accordance with the 2018 Walker report recommendation that this level of staffing is necessary to ensure full consultant presence on the labour ward. [58580/25]

2025-11-03

LOBBY

Drury Health

Request for meeting to discuss the role of insourcing in reducing waiting lists in the health service.

2025-10-28

LOBBY

Age Action Health

Failures in care of older people in long term residential care

2025-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children admitted to adult mental health units to date in 2025. [57667/25]

2025-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of home support hours currently being provided in each LHO area as of 1 October 2025 or the latest date available; the way that compares to targets in each LHO for the same time period; the number of persons currently on the waiting list for home support hours in each LHO area; the number waiting 0-3, 3-6, 6-12 and the number waiting 12 months plus, in tabular form. [57668/25]

2025-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting placement under the fair deal scheme as of 1 October 2025 or latest date available; the average waiting time; the number of persons currently awaiting placement under the scheme for each local health area; and the length of time waiting, in tabular form. [57669/25]

2025-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of delayed discharges at the end of September 2025 for each public and voluntary hospital; and the total number to date in 2025, in tabular form. [57670/25]

2025-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of bed days lost owing to delayed discharges to date in 2025, for each public and voluntary hospital, in tabular form. [57671/25]

2025-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of spinal fusion patients currently waiting less than four months for treatment for both Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin and Temple Street Children's University Hospital for the end of September 2025 or the latest date available; the number waiting 4-8 months and more than 8 months; and if she would provide the same information for other spinal patients, in tabular form. [57672/25]

2025-10-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health for an update on the proposed Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) (Amendment) Bill; when she expects legislation to be published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56639/25]

2025-10-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will detail the gross Exchequer allocation, the net allocation, the gross budget outturn and the net budget outturn for each public hospital in each of the years 2019 to 2024, inclusive, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57340/25]

2025-10-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will detail the gross Exchequer allocation and the net allocation for each public hospital for 2025, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57341/25]

2025-10-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health to outline the co-operation that exists with Northern Ireland in relation to organ donation and transplantation; if there are any specific protocols or processes in place with regard to same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57421/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of new emergency places provided to people with a disability as of 1 October 2025; and by Local Health Office area of same, in tabular form. [53641/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of children as of 1 October 2025, or latest date available, that were awaiting a first assessment from the HSE under the 2005 Disability Act, for each local health office, in tabular form. [53642/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of people on the speech and language therapy assessment waiting list and within that the numbers waiting less than 4 months for each local health area as of 1st October 2025 or latest date available; the number waiting 4-12 months, more than 12 months; and if she would indicate also for each category the numbers waiting aged 0-17 years and those aged 18 and above, in tabular form. [53643/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of people on the speech and language therapy initial treatment waiting list and within that the numbers waiting less than 4 months; the number waiting 4-12 months; and the number waiting more than 12 months; and if he would indicate also for each category the numbers waiting aged 0-17 years and those aged 18 and above for each local health area as of 1st October 2025 or latest date available, in tabular form. [53644/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of people on the occupational therapy first-time assessment waiting list and within that, the numbers waiting less than four months; the number waiting four to 12 months and the number waiting more than 12 months; and if she would indicate also for each category the numbers waiting aged nought to four years, five to 17 years, 18 to 64 years and 65-plus for each local health area as of 1 October 2025 or the latest date available, in tabular form. [53646/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of people on the speech and language therapy further treatment waiting list and within that the numbers waiting less than 4 months, waiting 4-12 months, more than 12 months; and if he would indicate also for each category the numbers waiting aged 0-17 years and those aged 18 and above. [53962/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of people on the speech and language therapy initial treatment waiting list and within that the numbers waiting less than 4 months; the number waiting 4-12 months; and the number waiting more than 12 months; and if he would indicate also for each category the numbers waiting aged 0-17 years and those aged 18 and above for each local health area as of 1st October 2025 or latest date available, in tabular form. [53965/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of people on the speech and language therapy assessment waiting list and within that the numbers waiting less than 4 months for each local health area as of 1st October 2025 or latest date available; the number waiting 4-12 months, more than 12 months; and if she would indicate also for each category the numbers waiting aged 0-17 years and those aged 18 and above, in tabular form. [53966/25]

2025-10-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the reason the recommendations of the Walker report have not been implemented; the current status of their implementation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52819/25]

2025-10-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the proportion of HSE staff currently employed in acute services and the proportion employed in community health services; the equivalent figures at the end of 2019; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52219/25]

2025-10-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of home care support hours provided for older people in Roscommon in 2024; the target for same in 2025; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52218/25]

2025-09-30

PQ

Asked Taoiseach

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet Committee on Health will next meet. [46852/25]

2025-09-21

LOBBY

Vulcan Consulting Limited Health

Rare Disease Policy in Ireland

2025-09-21

LOBBY

Irish Medical Organisation Health

Mental Health Bill

2025-09-20

LOBBY

Rare Diseases Ireland 2 returns Health

Request to prioritise rare diseases for discussion at Health Committee meetings
Seeking to highlight rare diseases during Ireland's EU Presidency in 2026 with an official event during the presidency

2025-09-20

LOBBY

National Infertility Support and Information Group Health

NISIG emailed members of the Oireachtas our 2026 pre-budget submission. Key asks in the pre-budget submission included funding our NISIG Helpline, a request for a wider and more sufficiently funded public funded IVF scheme. Also, that eligibility and criteria be broad, equitable, inclusive and reflective of those who seek infertility treatment. Also, that donor conception must be ready to roll out in conjunction with the establishment of the new Regulatory Authority

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Chime Health

To advocate for a National Hearing Care Plan

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Health

Engagement with Oireachtas members on health policy issues

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Danone Ireland Health

Meeting with Deputy Martin Daly to discuss Danone’s footprint in Ireland and its position as a health focused food and beverage company.

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Pfizer Health

Expansion of the National Immunisation Programme to include RSV protection for infants and older adults

2025-09-19

LOBBY

ALLIANCE OF MEDICINES FOR IRELAND COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE Health

Correspondence to Martin Daly TD regarding the implications of the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Irish Cancer Society 2 returns Health

Alcohol health labels
Migrant communities access to healthcare

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Movember Health

Liaison on the upcoming launch of the Real Face of Men's Health report which makes clear the need for the government to progress the National Men's Health Action plan, with a range of recommendations on priority areas including the need for cross government support statement and clarity on initial funding for the action plan.

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Stratagem (NI) Ltd Health

Provision of audiology services and eye care services

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Vape Business Ireland Health

Regulation of vaping

2025-09-19

LOBBY

AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals (Ireland) DAC 2 returns Health

Inequity of access to innovative oncology medicines for patients in Ireland
Sharing a Proposal for an Early Access Programme for Innovative Oncology Medicines Budget 2026

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Irish Rural Link Co-Operative Society Limited Community

Deputy Martin Daly on Panel Discussion of Irish Rural Link Annual Conference in May on Rural Health

2025-09-19

LOBBY

GSK Health

Vaccination policy

2025-09-19

LOBBY

The Wheel Community

The Wheel hosted launch event for our Pre-Budget Submission 2026. It comprised a panel discussion with speakers from community and voluntary organisations and an overview of The Wheel's priorities for Budget 2026. We invited Ministers, TDs and Senators from the most relevant departments and joint Oireachtas committees and several attended in person.

2025-09-19

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National Youth Council of Ireland Health

National Drugs Strategy

2025-09-19

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Drury Health

Request for meetings with DPOs to discuss the role of insourcing in reducing waiting lists in the health service

2025-09-19

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Neurological Alliance of Ireland Health

Call for Investment in Budget 2026 to begin to implement the commitments to the development of neurorehabilitation services within the current Programme for Government

2025-09-19

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Pinnacle Public Affairs Ltd 2 returns Health

To engage with key stakeholders on funding for oral health prevention schemes in Budget 2026
Cardiovascular Health Policy in Ireland and the EU

2025-09-18

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Mental Health Reform 2 returns Health

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: MHR submission and Presentation on observations on the Mental Health Bill
Mental Health Bill 2024 & mental health party political view points

2025-09-18

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Pender & Associates Ltd 2 returns Health

Pre-Budget 2026 engagement relating to the needs of oral healthcare
Engagement on dental policy

2025-09-18

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221+ Patient Suport Group Health

Update to members of Oireachtas on 221+ work

2025-09-18

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (Europe) Limited Health

Meeting to discuss cystic fibrosis in Ireland and access to medicines for CF

2025-09-18

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Multiple Sclerosis Ireland 3 returns Health

MS Ireland launched Pre-Budget submission
Met with various politicians in capacity as NAI Vice Chair
Courtesy communications sent to members

2025-09-18

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Home and Community Care Ireland Health

Engagement with Oireachtas Members on home care issues

2025-09-18

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The Asthma Society of Ireland Health

Pre-Budget Submission

2025-09-17

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Genseq diagnostics Ltd Health

Inclusion of commercial laboratory operators in Public Information Notices

2025-09-17

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Irish Heart Foundation Health

Oireachtas Heart and Stroke Group.

2025-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of ambulances which operate out of each ambulance station nationwide on a daily basis, Monday to Sunday; and the breakdown of this on an hourly and daily rota basis. [47975/25]

2025-09-17

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the measures being taken to ensure timely access to special care dentistry for adults and children with intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities, in view of the fact that many require treatment under general anaesthetic or sedation in hospital settings; if she will address the current shortage of hospital-based services and the long waiting lists for such care; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49187/25]

2025-09-17

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the measures being taken to ensure timely access to special care dentistry for adults and children with intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities in the Roscommon Galway constituency, in view of the fact that many require treatment under general anaesthetic or sedation in hospital settings; if she will address the current shortage of hospital-based services and the long waiting lists for such care; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49188/25]

2025-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if hospital based dental services for adults and children with disabilities in Galway have been suspended or closed; if so, the reasons for this decision; the measures being taken to restore these services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49190/25]

2025-09-17

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if hospital-based dental services for adults and children with disabilities in Roscommon have been suspended or closed; if so, the reasons for this decision; the measures being taken to restore these services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49191/25]

2025-09-16

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Irish Association of Social Workers Health

Opening Statement by the Irish Association of Social Workers (IASW) to the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Health

2025-09-12

LOBBY

Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation

Support for Classification of HHC as a Schedule 1 Controlled Drug

2025-09-12

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The Medical Protection Society Limited Justice and Equality

Updating interested TDs on the joint letter sent t the Health and Justice Ministers, on the urgent implementation of pre-action protocols

2025-09-12

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Kathleen O'Meara Public Affairs Consultant Health

Lobbying by the Irish Lung Fibrosis Association for the establishment of a Clinical Care Programme for patients with lung fibrosis and the additional services needed.

2025-09-09

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Alcohol Action Ireland Health

Alcohol health information labelling

2025-09-09

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Parkinson's Ireland Health

Lobbying regarding increased HSE section 39 funding for Parkinson's Ireland.

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health in light of the recent introduction of the free hormone replacement therapy measure for women experiencing menopause, if she has considered extending similar financial support to men diagnosed with hypogonadism or male menopause who require testosterone replacement therapy such as testogel given that both conditions involve hormone deficiencies with significant physical and psychological symptoms; the reason men are excluded from this support; and if there are plans to address this apparent gender-based disparity in access to essential hormone treatments. [44629/25]

2025-09-08

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE speech and language therapists by grade based at Ballaghaderren primary care centre in the years of 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025 in tabular form. [44630/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE dietitians by grade based at Strokestown health centre in the years of 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025 in tabular form. [44631/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE dentists and dental nurses based at Castlerea primary care centre in the years of 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025 in tabular form. [44632/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the reasons the recommendations of the 2018 Professor Walker report was not fully implemented at Portiuncula University Hospital, as referenced in the findings of the recent Professor Coulter Smith report. [44765/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether the Saolta university health care group or the clinical director at Galway university hospital has provided a rationale for the non-implementation of the one hospital, two sites maternity model between Galway and Portiuncula university hospitals as recommended by the Walker report. [44766/25]

2025-09-08

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will consider publishing any internal reviews or audits undertaken in relation to the non implementation of shared clinical governance structures for maternity services between Portiuncula and Galway University Hospitals. [44767/25]

2025-09-08

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of consultant obstetricians that have been appointed specifically to Portiuncula University Hospital’s maternity unit since the publication of the 2018 Walker report; and if this aligns with the recommended levels for safe and sustainable maternity care. [44768/25]

2025-09-08

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether a permanent shared governance structure for maternity services between Portiuncula and Galway University Hospitals has been established; and if not, whether any barriers to its implementation have been identified. [44769/25]

2025-09-08

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether Galway University Hospital’s maternity unit has undergone an independent review of its clinical outcomes, safety standards and capacity given its expanded role in managing higher risk cases referred from Portiuncula University Hospital. [44770/25]

2025-09-08

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether she is satisfied that the transfer of higher risk maternity care from Portiuncula University Hospital to Galway University Hospital is being supported by appropriate investment, resources and governance structures to ensure patient safety and service quality. [44771/25]

2025-09-08

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the measures being taken to maintain access to antenatal services for higher risk pregnancies in the areas traditionally served by Portiuncula University Hospital, particularly in rural and socioeconomically disadvantaged communities. [44772/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether her Department will consider establishing a satellite high risk antenatal unit at Portiuncula University Hospital, in the context of improving accessibility for high risk expectant mothers. [44773/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the transport supports being considered for pregnant women in rural communities who now need to travel to Galway University Hospital for maternity services previously provided at Portiuncula University Hospital. [44774/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether anonymised summaries of the 12 serious maternity incidents at Portiuncula University Hospital referenced in the Professor Coulter Smith report (details supplied) will be published. [44775/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of the 12 serious incidents reviewed in the recent report on Portiuncula University Hospital that were classified as high risk under the current criteria being applied to transfer cases to Galway University Hospital during the antenatal period, and the number identified as potentially avoidable based on the clinical review. [44776/25]

2025-09-08

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether there are plans to commission an independent review of the configuration, quality and governance of maternity services across the Saolta hospital group including Portiuncula, Galway and Mayo University Hospitals. [44777/25]

2025-09-08

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Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the plans to maintain the high quality specialist endocrine service currently provided at Portiuncula University Hospital for women with pregnancies complicated by diabetes to Galway University Hospital as a satellite clinic. [44778/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health in view of the fact that Portiuncula university hospital serves a wide geographic area including Westmeath, Offaly, East Galway, North Clare, South Mayo and Roscommon, and in light of the criteria now being applied to classify certain pregnancies as high risk, has her Department assessed whether Galway university hospital is geographically suitable to accommodate these cases; and if not, does she envisage that care for such patients will be provided in Dublin maternity hospitals. [44779/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health in view of the recommendations made in both the Walker and Coulter Smith reports on Portiuncula maternity services and given the hospital’s geographical importance, whether she will commit to providing the necessary resources to enable the restoration of full maternity services at Portiuncula university hospital. [44780/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the timeframe for the remaining five case reviews to be published as part of Professor Coulter Smith’s report on Portiuncula maternity services. [44781/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of maternity units of similar scale to Portiuncula university hospital that rely on locum consultants for obstetric care, and the actions being taken to address workforce sustainability and ensure continuity of safe care in these units. [44782/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health further to the findings of the Coulter Smith review group into Portiuncula university hospital’s maternity services, whether she will commit to commissioning a national review of maternity services provided in smaller hospitals across the State, given the report’s conclusion that similar inherent risks may exist in other units of comparable size. [44783/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of ambulance attendances at each emergency department nationwide in July 2025; the number of such ambulances that waited longer than 20 minutes to hand over patients, get their trolleys back and return to responding to calls; and the number that waited longer than 40 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes, 120 minutes and more than 180 minutes. [45579/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the percentage of clinical status 1 ECHO incidents responded to by a first responder in 7 minutes and 59 seconds or less; and the percentage of clinical status 1 DELTA incidents responded to by a patient carrying vehicle, in 7 minutes and 59 seconds or less by ambulance station in each of the months in 2025 to July or latest date available. [45580/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency ambulances that have been decommissioned by the Health Service Executive (HSE) national ambulance service to date in 2025; the number of new emergency ambulances that have been acquired to date in 2025; the number of intermediate care ambulances that have been decommissioned by the HSE national ambulance service to date in 2025; the number of new intermediate care ambulances that have been acquired to date in 2025; the number of rapid response vehicles that have been decommissioned by the HSE national ambulance service to date in 2025; the number of new rapid response vehicles that have been acquired to date in 2025; the number of vehicles that have been commissioned or purchased as rapid response vehicles by the national ambulance service acquired to date in 2025; the number in use; the number awaiting entry into service; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45766/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency ambulances in service by the year they entered service, between pods and vehicles in terms of the date they entered service and the Health Service Executive (HSE) region in which they are based; the number of intermediate care ambulances in service by year they entered service; by pods and vehicles in terms of the date they entered service, the HSE region in which they are based, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45767/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the distances travelled by emergency ambulances, intermediate care ambulances and rapid response vehicles, in service in such a capacity respectively by Health Service Executive region and subdivided by every 50,000 miles or 80,000 kilometres; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45768/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will detail the total number of staff on a whole time equivalent basis at the end of June 2025; the number of medical-dental staff on a whole time equivalent basis in each public-voluntary hospital at the end of June 2025; and the number of nursing & midwifery staff on a whole time equivalent basis in each public-voluntary hospital at the end of June 2025, for each public-voluntary hospital, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46098/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will detail the gross exchequer allocation, the net allocation, the gross budget outturn, and the net budget outturn, for each public-voluntary hospital for each year 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46104/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will detail the gross exchequer allocation and the net allocation for each public-voluntary hospital for 2025 in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46105/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the total number of in-patients beds in each public/voluntary hospital including any beds currently/temporarily closed; the total number of day case beds in each including any beds currently/temporarily closed; the equivalent figures for both categories of bed in each public/voluntary hospital on 1 January 2020, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46162/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of mental health crisis resolution teams in place; the location of each; the number of personnel WTE in each; if all the teams are operational and providing out of hours services in each location; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47080/25]

2025-09-05

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Diabetes Ireland Health

To seek sustained investment in supporting people living with diabetes and promote a more strategic approach to addressing long term improvements making huge government cost savings, increase Oireachtas members awareness about the scale and severity of diabetes and its impact on society and to work together to seek ongoing government commitment to a long-term innovative strategic framework for managing diabetes with committed annual funding.

2025-09-01

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Irish Lung Fibrosis Association Health

Kathleen O'Meara, Public Affairs Consultant and ILFA members made representations to John Lahart who supported the launch of the prospectus report in Leinster House AV Room on the 11th June 2025

2025-08-29

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The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Health

Relaunch and Coordination of the All-Party Oireachtas Group on Dementia

2025-08-29

LOBBY

Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation Budgetary matters

Healthcare

2025-08-27

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Health Research Charities Ireland Health

Support for the asks contained in the HRCI Position Paper 2025

2025-08-22

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Polio Survivors Ireland 2 returns Health

Wrote to the Joint Committee on Disability Matters
Wrote to the Joint Committee on Health

2025-08-05

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Irish Dental Association Health

Letter to Deputy Martin Daly regarding a fee review of the Dental Treatment Benefit Scheme

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children admitted to adult mental health units to date in 2025. [42678/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of home support hours currently being provided in each local health office (LHO) area as of 1 July 2025 or the latest date available; the way that compares to target in each LHO for the same time period; the number of persons currently on the waiting list for home support hours in each LHO area; the number waiting 0-3, 3-6, 6-12 and the number waiting 12 months plus, in tabular form. [42679/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting placement under the fair deal scheme as of 1 July 2025 or latest date available; the average waiting time; the number of persons currently awaiting placement under the scheme for each local health area; and the length of time waiting, in tabular form. [42680/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of delayed discharges at the end of June 2025 for each public and voluntary hospital; and the total number to date in 2025, in tabular form. [42681/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of bed days lost owing to delayed discharges to date in 2025, for each public and voluntary hospital, in tabular form. [42682/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of spinal fusion patients currently waiting less than four months for treatment for both Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin and Temple Street Children’s University Hospital for the end of June 2025 or the latest date available; the number waiting 4-8 months and more than 8 months; and if she would provide the same information for other spinal patients, in tabular form. [42683/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each local health office area waiting for a podiatry appointment in primary care as of 1 July 2025 or the latest date available; the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 weeks and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [42684/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each local health office area waiting for an ophthalmology appointment in primary care as of 1 July 2025 or the latest date available; the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 weeks and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [42685/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each local health office area waiting for an audiology appointment in primary care as of 1 July 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 weeks and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [42686/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each local health office area waiting for a dietetics appointment in primary care as of 1 July 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 weeks and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [42687/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each local health office area waiting for a psychology appointment in primary care as of 1 July 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 weeks and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [42688/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each local health office area waiting for a counselling appointment in primary care as of 1 July 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 weeks and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [42689/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each local health office area waiting for a child and adolescent mental health services appointment as of 1 July 2025 or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 weeks and the number waiting more than 52 weeks. [42690/25]

2025-07-09

VOTE

Mental Health Bill 2024: Report and Final Stages · 3 divisions

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 86–69
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 67–86
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 64–86

2025-07-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will address the lack of access to manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) therapy for lymphedema patients across County Roscommon, where no physiotherapists within the HSE service are currently trained to provide this essential treatment; if funding constraints are the cause of this service gap; and if she will ensure that cancer patients in Roscommon have equitable access to MLD, including the possibility of accessing services in nearby centres such as Athlone, regardless of county boundaries. [37719/25]

2025-07-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will address the lack of access to manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) therapy for lymphedema patients across County Roscommon, where no physiotherapists within the HSE service are currently trained to provide this essential treatment; if funding constraints are the cause of this service gap; and if she will ensure that all patients in Roscommon have equitable access to MLD, including the possibility of accessing services in nearby centres such as Sligo, Leitrim, Offaly, Westmeath & Galway regardless of county boundaries. [37720/25]

2025-07-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if the semi-synthetic cannabinoid hexahydrocannabinol (HHC), commonly found in vape products, will be included under schedule 1 of the Misuse of Drugs Regulations, and if so, when the amendment is expected to take effect. [37721/25]

2025-07-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if Veoza, aimed at women who are not suitable for HRT, will be covered under the free HRT scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37881/25]

2025-07-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if an organisation (details supplied) will be funded by the HSE to eliminate the cost barrier of exercise for older people; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37882/25]

2025-06-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if her Department will reconsider its stance on the shingles vaccine given recent studies that indicate a 20% reduction in dementia diagnoses; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34625/25]

2025-06-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the plans in place for outreach centres for the National Rehabilitation Hospital to help those recovering from serious injury and stroke; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34626/25]

2025-06-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if consideration has been given under the National Development Plan to the inclusion of Galway University Hospital as a designated Model 4 Hospital incorporating a regional cancer network to serve the north west region, in line with the objectives of balanced regional development and Sláintecare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27746/25]

2025-06-25

LOBBY

Irish Platform for Patients' Organisations, Science and Industry Health

Implementation of the National Rare Disease Plan

2025-06-25

VOTE

Healthcare (Transparent Payments) Bill 2022

A bill to require pharmaceutical companies, medical equipment suppliers and their servants or agents, to declare payments, gifts, donations or other transfers of values provided to healthcare professionals or health care organisations on an annual basis.

✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 85–67

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Taoiseach

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on health will next meet. [22200/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of whole-time equivalent radiographers, by grade, based at Roscommon University Hospital in 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025, in tabular form. [33847/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE staff, by job title, based at the minor injuries unit (MIU) at Roscommon University Hospital; the number of vacant posts, by job title, within the MIU; and the estimated timeframe for filling each vacancy, in tabular form. [33848/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if there are plans to introduce skyclarys (omaveloxolone) into the Irish market for the treatment of Friedreich's ataxia in adults and adolescents; which is approved in America, Canada, UK, some European countries but not Ireland to date; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33909/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for a podiatry appointment in primary care as of 1 June 2025, or the latest date available; the number waiting 0 to 12 weeks, 12 to 26, 26 to 52, and more than 52 weeks. [34544/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for an ophthalmology appointment in primary care as of 1 June 2025, or the latest date available; the number waiting 0 to 12 weeks, 12 to 26, 26 to 52, and more than 52 weeks.; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34545/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for an audiology appointment in primary care as of 1 June 2025, or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12 weeks, 12 to 26, 26 to 52, and more than 52 weeks.; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34546/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for a dietetics appointment in primary care as of 1 June 2025, or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12 weeks, 12 to 26, 26 to 52, and more than 52 weeks. [34547/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for a psychology appointment in primary care as of 1 June 2025, or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12 weeks, 12 to 26, 26 to 52, and more than 52 weeks. [34548/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each LHO area waiting for a counselling appointment in primary care as of 1 June 2025, or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12 weeks, 12 to 26, 26 to 52, and more than 52 weeks. [34549/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each Local Health Office area waiting for a child and adolescent mental health services appointment as of 1 June 2025, or the latest date available; and the number waiting 0 to 12 weeks, 12 to 26, 26 to 52, and more than 52 weeks. [34550/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of children admitted to adult mental health units to date in 2022. [34551/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of home support hours currently being provided in each LHO area as of 1 June 2025, or the latest date available; the way that compares to target in each LHO for the same time period; the number of persons currently on the waiting list for home support hours in each LHO area; and the number waiting 0-3 months, 3-6, 6-12 and over 12 months, in tabular form. [34552/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting placement under the fair deal scheme as of 1 June 2025, or latest date available; the average waiting time; the number of persons currently awaiting placement under the scheme for each local health area; and the length of time waiting, in tabular form. [34553/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of delayed discharges at the end of May 2025 for each public and voluntary hospital; and the total number to date in 2025, in tabular form. [34554/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of bed days lost owing to delayed discharges to date in 2025, for each public and voluntary hospital, in tabular form. [34555/25]

2025-06-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of spinal fusion patients currently waiting less than four months for treatment for both Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin and Temple Street Children's University Hospital for the end of May 2025, or the latest date available; the number waiting 4-8 months and more than 8 months; and if she would provide the same information for other spinal patients, in tabular form. [34556/25]

2025-06-18

VOTE

Mental Health Bill 2024 · 3 divisions

A bill to provide for the admission to, and discharge from, registered acute mental health centres, of adult persons in certain circumstances and, for the involuntary admission of adult persons who meet the criteria for involuntary admission to such centres; to provide for the criteria for, and review of, involuntary admission of adult persons to registered acute mental health centres; and, for those purposes, to provide for the establishment of mental health review boards; to provide for the care and treatment of adult persons in registered acute mental health centres and to provide that treatment, other than in certain limited circumstances, shall not be given to adult persons without consent being given for such treatment; to regulate the application, in certain limited circumstances, of restrictive practices in respect of adult persons who are admitted to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for the admission to and discharge from registered acute mental health centres of children on a voluntary basis and with parental consent; to provide for the involuntary admission to, and discharge from, registered acute mental health centres of children who meet the criteria for involuntary admission of children to registered acute mental health centres by way of application to the District Court; to provide for the criteria for, and review of, involuntary admission of children to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for the treatment of children in registered acute mental health centres and to provide that treatment, other than in certain limited circumstances, shall not be given to children without consent being given for such treatment; to regulate the application, in certain limited circumstances, of restrictive practices in respect of children who are admitted to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for applications to be made to court to provide for the entitlements of persons admitted to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for the continuation in being of the Mental Health Commission and the Inspector of Mental Health Services; to provide for the establishment and maintenance of a register of acute mental health centres, a register of community mental health centres and a register of community mental health services for such centres and services registered under and in accordance with this Act; to provide for the regulation of mental health services including registered acute mental health centres, registered community mental health centres and registered community mental health services; to provide for the monitoring and enforcement of compliance with the provisions of this Act by the Mental Health Commission; to repeal the Mental Health Act 2001 and certain other enactments; to provide for the amendment of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 and certain other enactments; and to provide for related matters.

✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 65–82
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 65–86
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 65–86

2025-06-11

VOTE

Mental Health Bill 2024 · 2 divisions

A bill to provide for the admission to, and discharge from, registered acute mental health centres, of adult persons in certain circumstances and, for the involuntary admission of adult persons who meet the criteria for involuntary admission to such centres; to provide for the criteria for, and review of, involuntary admission of adult persons to registered acute mental health centres; and, for those purposes, to provide for the establishment of mental health review boards; to provide for the care and treatment of adult persons in registered acute mental health centres and to provide that treatment, other than in certain limited circumstances, shall not be given to adult persons without consent being given for such treatment; to regulate the application, in certain limited circumstances, of restrictive practices in respect of adult persons who are admitted to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for the admission to and discharge from registered acute mental health centres of children on a voluntary basis and with parental consent; to provide for the involuntary admission to, and discharge from, registered acute mental health centres of children who meet the criteria for involuntary admission of children to registered acute mental health centres by way of application to the District Court; to provide for the criteria for, and review of, involuntary admission of children to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for the treatment of children in registered acute mental health centres and to provide that treatment, other than in certain limited circumstances, shall not be given to children without consent being given for such treatment; to regulate the application, in certain limited circumstances, of restrictive practices in respect of children who are admitted to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for applications to be made to court to provide for the entitlements of persons admitted to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for the continuation in being of the Mental Health Commission and the Inspector of Mental Health Services; to provide for the establishment and maintenance of a register of acute mental health centres, a register of community mental health centres and a register of community mental health services for such centres and services registered under and in accordance with this Act; to provide for the regulation of mental health services including registered acute mental health centres, registered community mental health centres and registered community mental health services; to provide for the monitoring and enforcement of compliance with the provisions of this Act by the Mental Health Commission; to repeal the Mental Health Act 2001 and certain other enactments; to provide for the amendment of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 and certain other enactments; and to provide for related matters.

✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 64–85
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 64–85

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health her views on claims made in correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30054/25]

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she is aware that there is a shortage in supply of the ADHD medication concerta in pharmacies; the measures being taken taking to resolve the issue; if there are suitable alternatives available for users of concerta; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30104/25]

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if a psychiatric bed will be made available in the Mater Hospital for an individual (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30107/25]

2025-05-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she supports the inclusion of Galway University Hospital as a Model 4 Hospital with a regional cancer centre for the north west, in the context of Sláintecare reform and equitable access to care; and if she will liaise with the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform to ensure provision is made for this in the National Development Plan. [27747/25]

2025-05-28

VOTE

Animal Health and Welfare (Ban on Fox Hunting) Bill 2025

A bill to amend the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013 to ban the hunting of a fox or foxes; and to provide for related matters.

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 113–49

2025-05-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the capital works projects currently ongoing at Roscommon University Hospital; when each of those projects will be completed, in tabular form.; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27168/25]

2025-05-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of ambulances based in County Roscommon that are available on a 24-7 basis, as of 1 June 2022, 1 June 2023, 1 June 2024 and 1 June 2025, in tabular form. [27169/25]

2025-05-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE nurses working in Roscommon University hospital in 2024 and to-date in 2025, in tabular form; if this number will be further increased later this year. [27170/25]

2025-05-21

LOBBY

Irish Cancer Society 2 returns Health

Daffodil Day 2025
Cancer care pathway

2025-05-21

LOBBY

AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals (Ireland) DAC Health

Alexion - Programme for Government priorities and rare disease medicines access policy

2025-05-21

LOBBY

GSK Health

Immunisation policy

2025-05-20

LOBBY

Vulcan Consulting Limited 2 returns Health

Diabetes Policy in Ireland
Rare Disease Policy in Ireland

2025-05-20

LOBBY

College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health

Mental Health Bill 2024 and concerns re inability to provide treatment to all who will be involuntarily hospitalised due to current iteration.To provide descriptions using video recordings of people who had benefited from treatment under the current Mental Health Act explaining their illnesses and the necessary treatment provided in a timely manner.

2025-05-20

LOBBY

Dexcom Health

Diabetes Policy in Ireland

2025-05-20

LOBBY

Mental Health Reform Health

MHR's London School of Economics Research Launch - March 6th 2025

2025-05-20

LOBBY

Irish Heart Foundation 2 returns Health

To establish an Oireachtas Heart and Stroke Group
Welcoming and congratulating new TDs on their election to the 34th Dáil.

2025-05-19

LOBBY

ALLIANCE OF MEDICINES FOR IRELAND COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE Health

Correspondence to relevant stakeholders regarding the implications of the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.

2025-05-19

LOBBY

Nursing Homes Ireland 2 returns Health

NHI corresponded with TD's and Ministers as a follow up regarding the negotiations for the Programme for Government and requirement to ensure express commitments onpolicy on care of the older person.
NHI wrote to Deputy Daly congratulating him on his election to Dáil Eireann and also to inform the Deputy of the challenges facing the nursing home sector and to discuss with the Deputy the importance of older person care in Ireland and the need for express government policy in this area.

2025-05-18

LOBBY

The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA EU Affairs

Mercosur

2025-05-15

LOBBY

Rare Diseases Ireland Health

Re-launch All Party Group on Rare Diseases. Update on the need for a new National Strategy for Rare Diseases, including background data on rare diseases in Ireland and the challenges that people living with rare diseases face.

2025-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the assessment that has been made of recent research linking the shingles vaccine to a reduced risk of dementia, and whether there are plans to incorporate this evidence into public health policy in Ireland. [24138/25]

2025-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the current staffing level and capacity of psychiatric services at Roscommon University Hospital. [24139/25]

2025-05-12

LOBBY

Irish Rural Link Co-Operative Society Limited Health

Invite to Deputy Martin Daly to speak on a Panel as part of the Irish Rural Link Annual Conference on Access to Rural healtcare

2025-05-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health to clarify if there are any plans to expand chiropody treatment eligibility through the HSE to cover more conditions, or to make the scheme available to all medical card holders, given that basic treatment costs start at €50.00 per visit, which can be a significant expense for some older people. [22586/25]

2025-05-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the status of the Laura Brennan HPV vaccine catch-up programme for students who missed out on the school vaccination programme. [22639/25]

2025-05-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the status of health labelling regulations for alcohol products in Ireland. [22640/25]

2025-05-06

LOBBY

The Medical Protection Society Limited Justice and Equality

Attendance at an event around the human and financial cost of clinical negligence claims on Wednesday 5th March 2025

2025-05-01

LOBBY

Neurological Alliance of Ireland Health

Support for the Delivery of the Commitment within the Programme for Government to rollout the remaining community Neuro-Rehabilitation teams

2025-04-30

VOTE

Unnecessary Hip Surgeries at Children's Health Ireland

✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 85–68

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of dentists currently practising in the Roscommon–Galway constituency. [18541/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of dentists in the Roscommon–Galway constituency who provide services under the medical card scheme. [18542/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health what plans are in place to improve access to dental services under the medical card scheme in the Roscommon–Galway constituency. [18543/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the current number of advanced paramedics serving County Roscommon, including any recent reductions in staffing levels; and what measures are being taken to address any shortfall and ensure adequate emergency medical coverage in the region. [18551/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if there are plans to provide transport for vulnerable patients who lack personal support networks when travelling to Northern Ireland for medical treatment (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21190/25]

2025-04-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she has received representations from voluntary hospitals and Section 38 service providers about historic financial deficits for these organisations; the scale of any historic deficits in the sector made known to her Department; her plans for dealing with this issue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18157/25]

2025-04-01

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Education if she will examine the case for the emergency works application (Details supplied), due to significant issues with mould and damp at the school; if she will expedite the process given the potential health risks for students and staff; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15101/25]

2025-04-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health for an update on the standardising of the community funded scheme for post-mastectomy products and wigs-hair pieces; when consistent funding will be available across all counties; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15391/25]

2025-03-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if she will investigate the inadequate parking situation at Roscommon University Hospital, which is impacting patients, their families, and carers; and if some of the ample green space surrounding the hospital could be used for the development of additional car parking facilities. [10098/25]

2025-03-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the status of the progression and development of Ballaghaderreen primary care centre. [10099/25]

2025-03-05

LOBBY

Polio Survivors Ireland Health

To secure meetings to TDs

2025-03-04

LOBBY

Coeliac Society Of Ireland Health

School Meals Programme

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Taoiseach

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on health will next meet. [7675/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the intended future use of the old Ballygar Health Centre; whether there are plans for its redevelopment or repurposing, considering that it is currently derelict following a fire, an eyesore, and a cause for much public comment. [7308/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if there is any plan in place to provide additional car parking spaces by utilising the green areas surrounding Roscommon University Hospital (details supplied). [7310/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if the minister will provide an update on plans to reinstate a service (details supplied). [7311/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health following the announcement in Budget 2025 that hormone replacement therapy will be made free for all women experiencing menopause, when his Department proposes to initiate this. [7641/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the timeline and start date for the development of the rehabilitation unit at Roscommon University Hospital. [7642/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the reason the planned rehabilitation unit at Roscommon University Hospital was omitted from the HSE Capital Plan 2024, despite being included in previous years. [7658/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in Roscommon waiting for an appointment with a psychiatry of old age community team; the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and more than 52 weeks, respectively. [7695/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in Roscommon waiting for an appointment with a general adult community service mental health team; the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and more than 52 weeks, respectively. [7696/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in Roscommon waiting for an appointment with a CAMHS team; the number waiting 0 to 12, 12 to 26, 26 to 52 and more than 52 weeks, respectively. [7697/25]

2025-02-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health what plans are in place to support critical infrastructure such as GP surgeries in the event of severe weather disruptions, particularly where they are privately owned but serve a majority of public patients; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4136/25]

2025-02-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health whether contingency funding or emergency power backup support will be made available to GP surgeries that predominantly serve public patients, ensuring continuity of care during power and water outages; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4137/25]

2025-02-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health what coordination exists between her Department, ESB Networks, and local authorities to ensure that critical healthcare infrastructure, including GP practices, remains operational during extreme weather events; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4138/25]

2025-02-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health if her Department has assessed the feasibility of providing grant support or subsidised generator installations for GP practices that serve a majority of public patients; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4139/25]

2025-02-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Health what emergency response protocols are in place to assist GP surgeries in maintaining essential healthcare services in the event of power, water, or communication failures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4140/25]

2025-01-21

LOBBY

Irish Cancer Society Health

General Election campaign

2025-01-21

LOBBY

Hanover Media Strategy Limited Health

Life Sciences Strategy for Ireland

2025-01-21

LOBBY

Vulcan Consulting Limited 2 returns Health

Rare Disease Policy in Ireland
Diabetes Policy in Ireland

2025-01-21

LOBBY

Reduced Risk Products Association Company Limited Health

The Reduced Risk Products Association conducted analysis of Census 2022 and the results of the Healthy Ireland Survey 2024 to examine the likely implications of proposed restrictions on flavoured vapes for adult vapers including smokers who rely on vapes to quit or reduce their smoking returning to smoking, with consequent impacts on deaths from smoking. This analysis was prepared on a Dail constituency basis and sent to all members of Dáil Eireann.

2025-01-20

LOBBY

Instinctif Partners Public Affairs Ireland Health

Correspondence to relevant political representatives in light of Government Formation talks.

2025-01-20

LOBBY

Alcohol Action Ireland Health

Alcohol policy development in relation to a new strategy for alcohol and the establishment of an Alcohol Office

2025-01-17

LOBBY

Dexcom Health

Diabetes Policy in Ireland