Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 9 February 2022
172. Deputy Verona Murphy asked the Minister for Health if funding for the installation of a public MRI scanner facility at Wexford General Hospital will be included in the HSE Capital Plan 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7091/22]
View answerThe installation of a permanent MRI at Wexford General Hospital is a priority capital investment for the Ireland East Health Group.
The HSE has advised that there is currently an MRI service available at Wexford General Hospital, which is being provided in a mobile unit on site.
Engagement is taking place between the Hospital Group and the Health Service Executive (HSE) regarding the funding of this initiative. The HSE has been advised that the Friends of Wexford General Hospital have raised €250,000 seed funding for the MRI and are continuing to hold these funds in good faith.
The Wexford MRI Scanner Project has been prioritised for initiation on the Capital Plan 2022.
