Symphysiotomy survivors’ legislation
Deputies press for action on legislation for symphysiotomy survivors; Joan Burton says the issue is being examined and offers to raise their concerns with the Minister.
They have waited long enough.
Comment on this
They have waited many years. Is there a need for legislation to address the difficulties they have experienced?
Comment on this
On the first point, one of the problems is that some of the demands of the legislation, for example, the complexities of the banking resolution legislation and the insolvency services legislation, mean the timing of the flow of legislation has been difficult. It is matter for the Whips and if the Deputy cares to arrange a discussion with them, it is possible and desirable to engage in some forward planning for the next session.
On the survivors of symphysiotomy, Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin presented a Bill before the House. There are no proposals from the Minister on legislation, but it is not just of concern, it is also being actively examined and discussed by the Minister and his departmental officials.