Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 11 May 2005
182 Mr. Durkan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the number of beds available at a hospital (details supplied) in County Kildare; the number occupied; the number of patients awaiting admission; the extent to which the full staff requirement is being met; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15701/05]
View answerThe Health Act 2004 provided for the Health Service Executive, which was established on 1 January 2005. Under the Act, the executive has the responsibility to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. This includes responsibility for the provision of beds in Maynooth Community Hospital. Accordingly, my Department has requested the chief officer for the executive's eastern regional area to investigate the matter raised and to reply directly to the Deputy.
