asked the Minister for Health when he will make a statement regarding the future of Mallow County Hospital, County Cork.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Mallow Hospital.
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The consultative process which I initiated some time back has now been completed and I am at present considering the recommendations of the health administrative bodies with a view to formulating a policy regarding future hospital developments. I am considering the position of Mallow County Hospital within the context of this overall review and cannot, at this time, indicate when a statement will be made.
Will this be within the next three months?
I cannot say.
I do not wish to tie the Parliamentary Secretary to a date but perhaps he could give us some idea of when we may expect a statement because there is considerable anxiety in the area in regard to this matter.
I think the Deputy will appreciate that at this point in time I cannot say when a statement will be made.
We shall expect a statement by mid-June.
Is the Deputy expecting another by-election in the area?
The result of the last one was very favourable.