asked the Minister for Health if he is aware that the Eastern Health Board has proposed structural work to improve fire escape facilities at St. Brendan's Hospital, Upper Grangegorman, Dublin 7; and if, in view of the fire hazard, he will sanction the proposal immediately.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Dublin Hospital Fire Precautions.
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I presume the Deputy refers to the proposals for fire precautions work at St. Brendan's Hospital which were put forward by the Eastern Health Board as part of a major renovation scheme for the lower house section of the hospital. Because of other priorities it is unlikely that this project, estimated to cost in all £167,000, could proceed this year.
However, to cope with the possible fire hazard the health board has submitted proposals for a night patrol service. I accept the principle of this arrangement and I will reply very shortly to the health board about the detailed arrangements which can be approved.