As chairman of the Western Health Board, I had the pleasure of signing a contract for a new accident and emergency department on 16 May 2002 at a cost of over €5 million. On 27 June I signed a contract worth €1.1 million for refurbished theatres. We have provided new screening rooms and other facilities at Roscommon County Hospital which will guarantee its continuity and provide an excellent service for the people of Roscommon and surrounding areas.