asked the Minister for Health the number of homes out of the 48 proposed by his Department for the provision of services for geriatric patients that have, in fact, been provided; and if these homes will be provided as indicated by him in reply to a question on 6th February, 1974.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Geriatric Services.
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Of the 48 welfare homes approved in principle, as indicated in my reply of 6th February, 1974, 18 are completed and in use, two are completed and about to be occupied, five will be ready for occupation this year or early next year, six are at tender stage and the remainder are at various stages of planning and will be provided in due course.