Responses to parliamentary questions
Question from Deputy Michael Murphy - PQ 23518-26
Deputy Murphy asked about staffing shortfalls in orthodontic services in South Tipperary. Read the HSE response.
From: Communications and public affairs and HSE Dublin and South East
Published: April 2026
Updated: June 2026
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Question from Deputy Michael Murphy - PQ 23518-26
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health her plans to address the significant staffing shortfalls in orthodontic services in south Tipperary, including long-standing vacancies dating back to 2021; the current provision of just 0.1 WTE consultant orthodontist cover in Clonmel, and the reduction in specialist orthodontist capacity; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
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