3528. Deputy John Paul O'Shea asked the Minister for Health the number of home support workers employed in County Cork, Cork and Kerry (HSE Southwest) and each HSE Health Region, respectively, at the most recent reporting date; the comparable figures for the same period in 2025; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60564/26]

As this is an operational matter I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly to the Deputy as soon as possible.