Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 10 April 2025
406. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Health if she will expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied) in County Kerry and take into consideration that this person suffers with excruciating pain in both knees; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18254/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraUnder 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.
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.
