Darren O'Rourke (Meath East, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, does not have the capacity to take any additional patients, regardless how small the number might be. That is a statement of fact, and it has been confirmed by the 17 consultants. The Minister of State indicated that no decision has been made, as though that is a badge of honour. The Minister has had the report since 8 October. There needs to be a plan in place to resource the region and to ensure that there is safe acute and emergency care for people. That involves investing in Our Lady's Hospital, Navan. It is incredibly frustrating that the Government stands in the face of that very clear solution.

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