Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 13 Feb 2003

Vol. 561 No. 3

Written Answers. - Psychological Service.

Dan Boyle

Question:

158 Mr. Boyle asked the Minister for Health and Children if additional resources have been requested and are being allocated for additional psychological services at the DCD unit, St. Finbarr's Hospital, Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4196/03]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

The provision and management of services at St. Finbarr's Maternity Hospital, Cork is a matter for the Southern Health Board. My Department has asked its chief executive officer to investigate the matter raised by the Deputy and to reply directly to him.