Ms Angela Fitzgerald:

That is a very important point. We have to acknowledge the collaboration with the Department. The 1,146 beds will be permanent beds. They directly align with the targets that are set in the capacity review, which set a very similar figure to have in place by the end of 2021. We are getting to a place. What that will do is allow us to operate at 85% occupancy, which is the international norm and it is what the bed capacity review recommends. That will allow for a safer and more effective flow of patients. It does drive other efficiencies because one can use one's beds more effectively. Deputy Hourigan is quite right.