The Symphysiotomy Payment Scheme is open to women who are still living and who underwent a surgical symphysiotomy or pubiotomy in Ireland between the years 1940 and 1990, including women who are living abroad. Once an Applicant satisfies the terms of the Scheme she will receive an award. The application deadline was Friday 5 December … Continue reading The Minister for Health has established the Surgical Symphysiotomy Payment Scheme.