3325. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Health if she is aware of the deep concerns expressed by expectant mothers regarding the phasing out of private maternity services in public hospitals as part of the Sláintecare transition; if she will specifically address the potential impact this has on continuity of care and the emotional security of women, particularly those with previous pregnancy complications or loss; if she will provide an update on the resources and additional staffing or bed capacity being allocated to the public maternity system to ensure it can safely absorb the increased demand following the end of private practice transitions in 2026; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26834/26]

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3325. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Health if she is aware of the deep concerns expressed by expectant mothers regarding the phasing out of private maternity services in public hospitals as part of the Sláintecare transition; if she will specifically address the potential impact this has on continuity of care and the emotional security of women, particularly those with previous pregnancy complications or loss; if she will provide an update on the resources and additional staffing or bed capacity being allocated to the public maternity system to ensure it can safely absorb the increased demand following the end of private practice transitions in 2026; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26834/26]

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