SA Pathology

In reply to Mr PICTON (Kaurna) (18 September 2018).

The Hon. D.C. VAN HOLST PELLEKAAN (Stuart—Minister for Energy and Mining): The Minister for Health and Wellbeing has advised:

The question is hypothetical. The government has not decided to procure pathology services from alternate providers. The 2018-19 state budget includes SA Pathology efficiencies of $25 million in 2019-20, rising to $35 million in 2020-21 and $45 million from 2021-22. The SA Pathology Sustainability Project will involve consultation and engagement with staff and stakeholders throughout the process.