1442. Deputy Seán Haughey asked the Minister for Health if he has satisfied himself that HIQA has enough powers under existing legislation to deal with allegations of abuse by staff of residents in nursing homes; if he will end the practice of announcing inspections by HIQA in advance; his views on whether cameras should be installed in nursing homes where appropriate; if criminal proceedings can be taken against staff that may engage in such activities; if he has further satisfied himself that there is transparency and accountability regarding nursing homes generally; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28474/17]

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1442. Deputy Seán Haughey asked the Minister for Health if he has satisfied himself that HIQA has enough powers under existing legislation to deal with allegations of abuse by staff of residents in nursing homes; if he will end the practice of announcing inspections by HIQA in advance; his views on whether cameras should be installed in nursing homes where appropriate; if criminal proceedings can be taken against staff that may engage in such activities; if he has further satisfied himself that there is transparency and accountability regarding nursing homes generally; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28474/17]

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