James Bannon (Fine Gael)

I am not too happy with the statement from the Minister for Health and Children, Deputy Martin. I do not like the reference to "no plans at present to alter the services provided by the Midland Regional Hospital at Mullingar". I hope the Tánaiste will seek greater reassurance for us from the Minister for Health and Children with regard to this facility. It is important for the midland area. We want this hospital upgraded and improved upon and the facilities, as outlined in phase 2B, to be given to the people of this area.

The Seanad adjourned at 6.05 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, 25 November 2003.