Seán Kyne (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have a concern that I raised here the last time and I know the Minister addressed this in his speech the last day. He does not want to see projects like the accident and emergency department and maternity and paediatrics being left behind while we await a larger plan. That has always been my concern because we have seen this project advance.

It was ready to go to planning as a shell and core kit-out for paediatrics and maternity. That was changed to a full kit-out and design. That was five years ago. As I have said on numerous occasions, the Minister, Deputy Harris, was advised by Saolta that planning permission would be lodged prior to Christmas 2018. Mr. Gloster can see the frustration. When we talk about a new special project team and outside expertise, the concern is that this will add years to the protect. I appreciate Mr. Gloster has stated-----