Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 7 May 2003

Vol. 566 No. 1

Written Answers. - Maternity Services.

Jimmy Deenihan

Question:

111 Mr. Deenihan asked the Minister for Health and Children if the necessary funding will be provided to the Southern Health Board to provide a new maternity unit at Tralee General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11940/03]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

The provision of services at Tralee General Hospital is a matter for the Southern Health Board. My Department has asked the chief executive officer of the board to write directly to the Deputy outlining the present position in this regard.