Ulick Burke
Ceist:136 Mr. U. Burke asked the Minister for Health and Children if he has satisfied himself with the continued delay in finalising the acquisition by the Western Health Board of Portiuncula hospital, Ballinasloe; if his attention has been drawn to the local concern by this delay; the plans he has to complete outstanding negotiation difficulties if such exist; the final date for transfer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10919/01]