Robbie Gallagher (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State for his reply. As I said earlier, the development in Roscommon is very positive and it makes perfect sense that a similar protocol be put in place in Monaghan. The injuries unit is thankfully now operating seven days a week, as the Minister of State noted. The staff are very dedicated and caring people and provide an excellent service. From my inquiries, I understand this protocol is working very well in Roscommon and I see no reason it would not be introduced and rolled out in Monaghan as soon as possible. I would like to see that happening and I ask the Minister of State to take on board my ambitions for Monaghan hospital to be used to greater capacity to relieve the pressure on the emergency department in Cavan, and indeed Drogeda.