Hospital Status

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 May 2013

Tuesday, 21 May 2013

Questions (637)

Charlie McConalogue

Question:

637. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Health if he will redesignate Letterkenny General Hospital, County Donegal, by assigning it regional status; and when a decision will be made on the matter. [23896/13]

Written answers

Minister for Health

Hospital groups will be required to submit a strategic plan within one year of formation which will outline the group's plan for future services in the group area. The issue raised by the Deputy can be considered in the context of that plan.