Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 December 2025
543. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Health to detail any research carried out by her Department into ending the acquisition of Israeli made pharmaceuticals; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [68986/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn relation to the procurement of medicines the Department of Health does not have a role in the procurement of any medicine under the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU. The directive applies to the procurement of medicines using public funds.
It outlines the rules for competitive tendering, transparency, and equal treatment of all suppliers. These guidelines must be followed when purchasing medicines for health systems in Europe.
