asked the Minister for Health if he has any objection to a private hospital in Waterford; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Waterford Private Hospital.
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I am concerned that both public and private hospital services should be provided in a rational, effective and integrated manner and that duplication of or inappropriate use of resources should be avoided.
While I have no objection in principle to the development of a private hospital in Waterford I believe that this should be considered in the context of the massive development at Ardkeen Hospital. The recognition for insurance purposes of a private hospital in Waterford is an operational matter for the Voluntary Health Insurance Board.