Question from Deputy John Clendennen - PQ 47591-26

To ask the Minister for Health the number of patients from the Midlands region, by county (Laois, Offaly, Westmeath and Longford) who were required to travel to St James’ Hospital Dublin for neurology appointments in 2024, 2025 and to date in 2026 due to the lack of a full service in Tullamore; the impact this travel burden has on patient outcomes, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter.