asked the Minister for Health whether he is aware that plans in connection with a proposal submitted to him by Kerry County Council with regard to the erection of a building on the farm at St. Finian's Hospital, Killarney have been awaiting approval for some time; and if he will state the present position.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Killarney Hospital Farm Building.
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I have received a proposal that I should make a grant of 50 per cent of the cost of a scheme for the improvement and equipment of farm buildings at St. Finian's Hospital, Killarney, but I have not received plans as mentioned in the question. The scheme was estimated to cost £10,500.
I have recently informed the health authority that I could not make a grant available and have suggested to them that they should reconsider their scheme in the light of considerations which I have put to them.