Paul Murphy
Question:124. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Health the action she will take to ensure that financial motives do not compromise children’s healthcare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34935/25]
View answerThursday, 26 June 2025
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I have moved to strengthen governance and oversight structures at CHI in response to a series of reviews which raised corporate and clinical governance concerns. This was done by appointing two members of the HSE Board to the Board of CHI on 28 May.
The Service Level Agreement between CHI and the HSE has also been strengthened, and there is increased involvement from the Dublin Midlands Regional Executive Officer. Recognising the need to co-ordinate oversight of the range of matters of focus in CHI in a cohesive fashion, the HSE CEO has established the HSE CHI Improvement Steering Group.
These actions are designed to support the new CEO in CHI and enable her to continue with the transformation programme she has started.
The HSE CEO has also commissioned an audit of governance and equity in patient access and waiting list management at CHI. The audit aims to assess governance and equity in access to care within CHI, especially regarding the balance between public and private patient management. The outcome of this audit is expected in the coming months.
Questions Nos. 125 to 131, inclusive, answered orally.