Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 20 Mar 2002

Vol. 550 No. 4

Written Answers. - Hospital Services.

Willie Penrose

Question:

335 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Health and Children if a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath will be admitted for a hip replacement to the orthopaedic unit, Tullamore General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8413/02]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

Responsibility for the provision of health services to persons living in County Westmeath rests with the Midland Health Board. My Department has therefore asked the chief executive officer of the board to investigate the matter raised by the Deputy and to reply to him directly.