Responses to parliamentary questions
Question from Deputy Cian O'Callaghan - PQ 45232-26
Deputy O'Callaghan asked about the impact of overnight partner restrictions in maternity hospitals. Read the HSE response.
From: Communications and public affairs
Published: June 2026
Updated: July 2026
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health to examine the impact of overnight partner restrictions on postnatal anxiety, depression, breastfeeding, dignity, safety and maternal wellbeing; the plans to address overnight partner restrictions after childbirth; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
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