431. Deputy Billy Timmins asked the Minister for Health the number of public health nurses employed and operational in communities for the years 2005, 2010 and 2015 by county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41766/15]

I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly on this matter. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.