Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 May 2026
1493. Deputy Paula Butterly asked the Minister for Health the current staffing levels across adult mental health services in County Louth, including psychiatry, psychology, nursing and social work; the number of vacant posts by discipline; the steps being taken to address recruitment and retention challenges; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40278/26]
View answer1494. Deputy Paula Butterly asked the Minister for Health the extent to which staffing shortages are contributing to delays in accessing adult mental health services in County Louth; whether additional funding or workforce planning measures are being considered; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40279/26]
View answer1495. Deputy Paula Butterly asked the Minister for Health the number of people currently on waiting lists for adult mental health services in County Louth, including primary care psychology, counselling and community mental health teams; the average waiting times in the area; the number of individuals waiting longer than recommended timeframes; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40280/26]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 1493, 1494 and 1495 together.
As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly to the Deputy as soon as possible.
