Thalidomide survivors legislation
Finian McGrath asks what support will be provided to thalidomide survivors pursuing claims; the Taoiseach says the Government is engaging with them, but confirms there is currently no Bill.
With regard to the health executive Bill, in particular the thalidomide issue, is the Taoiseach aware a previous Government fails to issue public warnings about thalidomide as it was undesirable-----
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-----and the fact it caused birth defects in up to nine babies because of ineffective recall. A total of 22 of the 32 survivors are taking action. What action will the Taoiseach take to support the thalidomide families?
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I am sorry but this is not a matter for the Order of Business. When is the Bill due? Deputy McGrath can say all he likes on Second Stage.
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The Government is committed to engaging with the thalidomide survivors and quite a deal of work is going on. I am aware of what the Deputy has mentioned.