Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

Practically every night an average of 100 patients could be discharged but, because of their family circumstances, they are not. They really require a step-down facility.

Consider the third step the HSE is taking. As the Deputy knows, there are ongoing talks about Leas Cross and efforts are being made to recommission the beds. That will probably happen this year also. The institution will be under different management and have different structures.

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