With regard to the specific issue raised by the Deputy, the Minister is aware that St. Coman's Ward is in need of upgrading. Plans have been agreed with the Western Health Board design team, local management and the technical services department. However, I understand the board is unable to provide the funding for this project from within the funding of €1.65 million announced by the Minister last year. The funding provided has been exhausted in purchasing new X-ray equipment and refurbishing the operating theatre. The question of the refurbishment of St Coman's Ward will be considered by the board in conjunction with the Department having regard to the funding available and priority attached to the developments by the board. The Department will be in touch with it shortly regarding the issue.