"I wish to offer my sincere condolences to Aoife’s parents and sisters who tragically lost their daughter and sister in University Hospital Limerick.

"I met with Aoife’s parents in January and my thoughts are with them after what must have been an immensely difficult week.

"I would like to thank the Coroner for all his work this week, but I am aware that nothing will ever make up for the enormous loss the Johnston family has experienced.

"The Coroner’s recommendations will be fully considered, along with the work of retired Chief Justice Frank Clarke who is due to conclude his independent investigation in the coming weeks."