Niamh Smyth
Ceist:213. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a patient (details supplied) is waiting over 15 months for a knee operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40498/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 9 October 2024
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Freagraí scríofa
Under 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. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual.