Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 December 2025
834. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Minister for Health the action she will take in an urgent neurosurgical case for a person (details supplied) where the patient has been placed on a lengthy waiting list despite clinical advice that surgery is required promptly; and if she will ensure the HSE provides an expedited review and treatment date. [69028/25]
View answerUnder the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. The Minister for Health is prohibited from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual.
In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.
