The Oireachtas Public Accounts Committee criticized a 20-month delay and €40 million budget increase for a major HSE financial management project. The committee made 16 recommendations in areas including mental health and public dental services. The delayed implementation of an integrated financial management system was a key concern, with an original budget of €82 million now exceeding that amount. Additional funding of €40 million was provided to accelerate the project rollout. Other issues highlighted included high staff remuneration, oversight of agencies, concerns in mental health services, procurement during the Covid-19 pandemic, and the obsolescence of vaccines. Recommendations included quarterly progress reports on the financial management system and increasing access to public dental services.
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Public Accounts Committee criticises ‘unacceptable’ delay and cost of HSE financial management project
