James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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Question 180: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the breakdown of all capital building and equipping projects planned for the period 2009 to 2013, including a brief outline of the project; the number of additional and replacement beds provided; the target completion date for same; the estimated capital cost for same; the estimated revenue cost for same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40002/09]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Independent)
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The Health Service Executive's review of its capital programme for the remainder of the National Development Plan 2007-2013, taking account of the reduced capital allocation available following the Supplementary Budget and the adjustments to the Public Capital Programme, is ongoing.

As I have previously indicated, it is clear that expenditure for the remainder of the NDP will have to be carefully managed and that further commitments will have to be prioritised within the anticipated funding envelope. The HSE, in conjunction with my Department and the Department of Finance, is also examining opportunities to extend the range of projects that can be progressed through the adoption of alternative funding arrangements.

When the review is completed, the Executive is required to submit its proposed capital investment programme for my approval with the agreement of the Minister for Finance. Details of the individual projects being included in the Capital Plan will be made available when the plan is approved.