Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

I too welcome the announcement regarding Kenmare hospital.. Like the Shannon, it is not the first time it has been delivered. I hope there is follow through on this occasion. It is many years since I tabled an Adjournment matter on this issue in the House and I got a commitment. I know Deputy Healy-Rae got commitments before. With the Scarteens who have been mentioned, I have been campaigning on that matter since I entered this House in 1997. Kenmare is located at the head of two vast peninsulas, serving half of Iveragh and practically all of Beara. Upgrading of that hospital has been needed for years. I hope there will be delivery this time because we have all been shouting for it for long enough. The hospital in Kenmare is essential for that territory.