Responses to parliamentary questions
Question from Deputy Paul Lawless - PQ 32461-26
Deputy Lawless asked about the staffing levels in St. Finbarr’s ward, University Hospital Galway. Read the HSE response.
From: Communications and public affairs and HSE West and North West
Published: May 2026
Updated: June 2026
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Question from Deputy Paul Lawless - PQ 32461-26
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health if he is aware of serious concerns that have been raised regarding inadequate nursing staffing levels in St. Finbarr’s ward, University Hospital Galway; the current nurse-to-patient ratios on the ward; and whether these staffing levels meet national patient safety and care standards, particularly for vulnerable elderly patients.
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