Responses to parliamentary questions
Question from Deputy Ken O'Flynn - PQ 28127-26
Deputy O'Flynn asked about the policy basis upon which referrals are authorised under the treatment abroad scheme. Read the HSE response.
From: Communications and public affairs
Published: April 2026
Updated: May 2026
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Question from Deputy Ken O'Flynn - PQ 28127-26
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health the policy basis upon which ongoing referrals and funding approvals are authorised under the treatment abroad scheme, including whether such approvals are governed by national clinical policy, EU regulation alone, or Departmental guidance.
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