Vol. 530 No. 3
178 Ms Clune asked the Minister for Health and Children the estimated capacity of the new maternity unit planned for Cork University Hospital in terms of births per year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3890/01]
The new maternity unit planned for Cork University Hospital will replace the existing facilities at St. Finbarr's and Erinville Hospitals. The project is currently at design stage. The project team overseeing this project are now reviewing the design brief to consider all issues which may arise in relation to maternity services in the Cork area. Discussions are taking place between representatives of the Cork University Hospital, the Southern Health Board and officials from my Department in this regard.
179 Ms Clune asked the Minister for Health and Children if his attention has been drawn to the possibility of the closure of the maternity section of the Bons Secours Hospital, Cork; if his attention has further been drawn to the effect this would have on the existing maternity services in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3891/01]
The new maternity unit planned for Cork University Hospital will replace the existing facilities at St. Finbarr's and Erinville Hospitals. The project is currently at design stage. The project team overseeing this project is now reviewing the design brief to consider all issues which may arise in relation to maternity services in the Cork area. Discussions are taking place between representatives of the Cork University Hospital, the Southern Health Board and officials from my Department in this regard.
