Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 11 Mar 1997

Vol. 476 No. 2

Written Answers. - Hospital Building Projects.

Michael P. Kitt

Question:

93 Mr. M. Kitt asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that hospital building developments in the Western Health Board area have been mentioned as possible projects for review to achieve savings for nurses' pay; and if he will give details of the current position. [6885/97]

Minister for Health (Mr. Noonan,

Limerick East): I am aware of recent media speculation that a building project in University College Hospital Galway might not proceed. However, I am pleased to confirm that the project will proceed as announced by me on 5 February 1997.