Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 July 2024
451. Deputy John Paul Phelan asked the Minister for Health if he is satisfied with the resourcing levels of the enforcement regime that provides for test purchasers to monitor for underage sales of tobacco and nicotine products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28718/24]
View answerWe work closely with the HSE to ensure that sufficient resources are available for all of its functions including those of the National Environmental Health Service (NEHS).
The NEHS has done, and continues to do, an outstanding job in enforcing a vast range of law from tobacco control, public health alcohol, cosmetic products, drinking water, food safety, sunbeds control and infectious diseases.
