Response from the Northern Ireland health minister Michael McGimpsey to our open letter

Submitted by Mark@Epilepsy Action on 20 July, 2009 - 10:16.

On 16 June we sent an open letter to the Northern Ireland health minister Michael McGimpsey about epilepsy care in Northern Ireland.

We have received the following reply:

29th June 2009

Dear Mr Wigglesworth,

Thank you for your letter of 16 June on behalf of Epilepsy Action asking that I meet with you to discuss the services available in Northern Ireland for those suffering from epilepsy.

I hope you will understand that due to the current situation with swine flu and heavy diary pressures I am unable to accept your invitation.

Michael McGimpsey MLA
Minister for Health, Social Services and Public Safety

Letter

Comments

Says it all really doesn't it?

Submitted by Laura on 25 July, 2009 - 08:06.

What a waste of space Mr McGimpsey is...this response with rubbish excuses is scandelous and unfortunately indicative of most politicians' attitude towards epilepsy sufferers. I urge everyone to write to their local MP/MLA to expose them to what living with epilepsy means and to push for improved care in all regions.

Submitted by karlos on 13 August, 2009 - 13:26.