Maureen O'Sullivan (Dublin Central, Independent)

I too am appalled at the situation in Grangegorman for very vulnerable people and their loved ones. Eleven long-term patients from Unit 3B have been moved. The most focus has been on those who have been moved into Unit O but others have been moved to hostels and other accommodation. The bottom line is the moving of these patients. They are used to their familiar environment and the move is very distressing and disturbing for them. They have mental health issues and I am aware of the Minister of State's interest in that area.

There are issues for those already in Unit O whose space is being taken over by the new residents and also issues for the residents of Unit 3B. A health and safety issue arises in both areas for both patients and staff and it is also a human rights issue.

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