Responses to parliamentary questions
Question from Deputy Darren O'Rourke - PQ 1328-26
Deputy O'Rourke asked if the assessment of the physician associate role has been completed. Read the HSE response.
From: Communications and public affairs
Published: January 2026
Updated: February 2026
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Question from Deputy Darren O'Rourke - PQ 1328-26
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions No. 346 and 348 of 19 November 2025, if the assessment of the physician associate role, commissioned by the HSE has been completed; when the recommendations will be reviewed and available to the public; the assurances provided to students who undertook this course, that their degree, will be recognised and they can achieve employment within the HSE; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
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