To ask the Minister of Health pursuant to AQW 6137/16-21, when the measures being taken to ensure that a GP service will be maintained at the Antrim Coast Medical Practice, Glenarm, will be outlined.

As set out in AQW 6137/16-21, The HSCB advertised a new full-time contract for the provision of GMS services in Glenarm, welcoming single or joint applications. The contract was advertised widely through a range of media. Sessional doctors also received communication on the advertisement through Northern Ireland Sessional Doctors Association. The closing date for applications was 18th November 2016. Unfortunately as no applications were received, the HSCB will now explore the alternative options to ensure GP services in Glenarm continue to be delivered when the current contractor retires at the end of March 2017.