Jimmy Harte (Labour)

I am sorry. For the sake of clarity I checked with him on his presence last week. I congratulate him on receiving an IFTA award for his film, "Man on a Mission". My brother was a cameraman on the film so there is a joint celebration.

The second issue I wish to raise with the Leader relates to Lifford Community Hospital. An announcement was made on Friday that it would close with the loss of 20 beds in the community of Lifford and east Donegal. I asked the Minister for Health, Deputy Reilly, when he was in the House last week whether he had an update on Lifford hospital. He said he was not aware of any changes, but the HSE issued its report on Friday to say the hospital would close in three months, pending consultation with residents and families. I ask the Leader about the possibility of raising the matter on the Adjournment.