Infectious Diseases

Tuesday, 26 May 2026

Questions (1184, 1186)

Carol Nolan

Question:

1184. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Health the consultation process undertaken with medical professionals, general practitioners and relevant stakeholders prior to signing the Infectious Diseases (Amendment) Regulations 2026; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38990/26]

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Carol Nolan

Question:

1186. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Health the number of additional notifications the HSE expects annually as a result of the Infectious Diseases (Amendment) Regulations 2026; the staffing and resource implications for public health departments; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38992/26]

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Written answers

Minister for Health

I propose to take Questions Nos. 1184 and 1186 together.

As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Question No. 1185 answered with Question No. 1180.

Question No. 1186 answered with Question No. 1184.

Question No. 1187 answered with Question No. 1180.

Question No. 1188 answered with Question No. 1180.

Question No. 1189 answered with Question No. 1180.