Martin Daly TD asked the Minister for Taoiseach: Cabinet Committees

Martin Daly, the Fianna Fáil TD representing Roscommon‑Galway, has asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet Committee on Health will next convene. The question was raised in a written submission to the Minister for Taoiseach on 30 June 2026 as part of ongoing parliamentary scrutiny of health policy.

Daly is also a practising general practitioner in Ballygar and has balanced his medical practice with duties in Dáil Éireann since being elected last November. He was appointed party spokesperson on health and disability shortly after taking office, following a career that included serving as president of the Irish Medical Organisation. In interviews he has described how he continues to see patients on Monday and Friday mornings when the House is not sitting, underscoring his commitment to both constituents and patients.

The Cabinet Committee on Health is responsible for reviewing legislation and policy proposals before they reach the full cabinet. Members of the committee include senior ministers and relevant departmental officials. By asking about the next meeting date, Daly seeks clarity on when health matters will be debated at the highest level, a question that has implications for ongoing reforms in primary care and public health.

Health policy is a priority for TDs, and Daly’s query comes amid discussions about NHS funding and recruiting general practitioners in rural areas. The Cabinet Committee on Health reviews proposals related to the NHS, including funding for general practice and mental health services. Daly has highlighted the need for timely decisions to address GP shortages affecting patients in Ballygar.

The query reflects broader concerns among medical professionals about the pace of decision‑making in health policy. While the Taoiseach has not yet provided a timetable, the submission is part of a series of questions submitted by TDs to ensure transparency and accountability in cabinet deliberations.

Readers can view the full text of Daly’s question on the Oireachtas website, where the transcript details his request for information about the forthcoming Cabinet Committee on Health meeting. See the Oireachtas record for the full question.

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