Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 January 2012
609 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the extensive cuts in services proposed by the Health Service Executive for Waterford Regional Hospital, including the closing of three theatres and the reduction of inpatient care by 5% — 200 patients — and 10% in day cases — 2000 patients; his plans to prevent such cuts in services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5101/12]
View answerAs this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.
610 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health if it is the case that the critical care unit at the Mid-Western Regional Hospital, Limerick, the construction of which is near completion, will not now be operational when the building is opened, due to financial restraints; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5102/12]
View answerAs this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.
