Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick East, Labour)
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Question 96: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the number of new beds provided for acute hospitals since 2006; the number planned for 2009; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20539/09]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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There have been a number of capital developments in recent years which have involved the provision of new acute beds in the acute hospital system. In some instances these have replaced existing facilities which were no longer appropriate for modern purposes.

In terms of new beds planned for 2009 and beyond, the Deputy will be aware that there are major capital projects at various stages of development. These include the major projects at the Mater, St. Vincent's and Letterkenny General Hospital. In addition, the HSE continues to progress the provision of new beds through the co-location initiative.

I have asked the HSE to provide the specific details requested by the Deputy.