Responses to parliamentary questions
Question from Deputy Peter Roche - PQ 13150-26
Deputy Roche asked about the the number of dual-diagnosis clinical nurse specialist and advanced nurse practitioner posts. Read the HSE response.
From: Communications and public affairs
Published: February 2026
Updated: April 2026
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Question from Deputy Peter Roche - PQ 13150-26
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health the number of dual-diagnosis clinical nurse specialist and advanced nurse practitioner posts, dealing with co-occurring addiction and mental health needs, currently approved nationally; the number filled to date; the number vacant; the number allocated to each CHO in the west of Ireland; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
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