HSE denies reports of 'fake targets' and 'sloppiness' around financial reporting

Health service hits back at what it calls 'disparaging language' about identifiable individuals in the 'Business Post' report

When contacted for comment, a spokesperson for Health Minister Stephen Donnelly referred the Irish Examiner on to the Department of Health who did not respond.  Picture: Damien Storan

The HSE says it will not have to adjust its accounts, it does not have "fake targets" for recruiting, and that weekend media reports about financial oversight contain a "serious slur" on staff.

The Business Post on Sunday published details of a recorded meeting between officials at the Department of Health ahead of a meeting with HSE finance officials and the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform (DPER).