Colm Burke
Question:840. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health when the 60-bed modular unit will be completed at University Hospital Limerick; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25515/20]
View answerTuesday, 22 September 2020
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The Health Service Executive is responsible for the delivery and management of healthcare infrastructure and has advised that the 60-Bed Ward Block (additional capacity) at University Hospital Limerick is expected to be completed for Q4 2020.
It is important to recognise that all capital development proposals must progress through a number of approval stages, in line with the Public Spending Code, including detailed appraisal, planning, design and procurement before a firm timeline or funding requirement can be established.
The delivery of capital projects is a dynamic process and is subject to the successful completion of the various approval stages, which can impact on the timeline for delivery.