Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 26 June 2025
61. Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Health if the strategic review examining issues affecting general practice in the State has been completed, given the serious shortage of GPs and appointment availability in the State; if so, the findings made in the review; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34864/25]
Amharc ar fhreagra334. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the status of the strategic review of general practice; the steps concluded thus far; the steps remaining; the timeline for completion; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35073/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 61 and 334 together.
The Strategic Review of General Practice is currently underway, led by the Department of Health and supported by the HSE. With input from key stakeholders, the review is examining a range of issues affecting general practice including GP training, GP capacity, Out of Hours services reform, the eHealth Agenda, and the financial support model for general practice. The Review will identify the arrangements necessary to improve the current system of GP care as part of a primary care-focused health service.
Significant progress has been made under the review which is to be completed this year. Following its completion, a final report will be presented to me outlining the findings of the review and setting out recommended actions for a more sustainable general practice. The report will be published subsequently.
