asked the Minister for Health the position regarding Birr district hospital, County Offaly, which cares for geriatric patients; and if he will guarantee that this hospital will remain open in view of the demand for it in south Offaly.
Written Answers. - Birr (County Offaly) District Hospital.
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At present the hospital provides a local medical service for patients in south Offaly and forms an integral part of the health board's overall plan for a comprehensive locally-based service for the elderly and will continue to play this role.