Dáil Éireann - Volume 537 - 12 June, 2001

Written Answers. - Non-EU Medical Graduates.

291. Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Health and Children the steps he proposes to take in view of recent allegations made at a major European medical conference in Stockholm regarding problems that non-EU medical graduates face, particularly in relation to Medical Council recognition, training and structured career paths here; [1315] and if his Department will have discussions with the Medical Council on those issues. [16564/01]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin): If the Deputy would outline the allegations referred to, I will take up the matter with the Medical Council.