Catherine Byrne (Dublin South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Senator. I am here on behalf of the Minister of State, Deputy McGrath, as this matter falls under his remit.

I take this opportunity to discuss developments at the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dún Laoghaire here in the Seanad. The Government recognises the excellent rehabilitation programme the National Rehabilitation Hospital delivers and the hospital’s excellent outcomes for its patients.

In terms of capital developments, the current priority is the delivery of the replacement accommodation at the hospital. The redevelopment of the National Rehabilitation Hospital, which is currently under way, will be a major enhancement to rehabilitation services in the country. It will have a direct and significant impact on patient recovery by providing an optimal ward and therapeutic environment for patient treatment. I do not think the Senator has a copy of my script.