Colm Burke (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I welcome the Minster of State to the House. A new primary care centre is being built on the grounds of the old orthopaedic hospital in Cork. I recently visited the site and construction is probably 98% complete. My understanding is that ten GPs practising in the area will move to the centre. I seek clarification on the timeline regarding the opening of the facility. When will it be up and running? When will the GPs move in? What other services will be provided in the centre? A minor injuries unit adjoins the centre and that caters for a large number of people with minor injuries to their hands, ankles and so on who then do not have to attend emergency departments. The primary care centre will be a great addition. Will physiotherapy and X-ray and other scanning services be provided in the centre?