Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

There is nothing in the programme for Government or in legislation on this matter but I appreciate that it is an issue of great concern to the Deputies from County Louth. No matter what the name of the hospital is officially, it will always be the Lourdes hospital for people in Drogheda. I agree that it would be appropriate for management to consult with local representatives and the community before making any change. A change does not require Government approval but it is a hospital that serves a community and it is only right that the community should be involved in any decision to change the name.

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