Questions from Deputy Charles Ward - PQ 34936-26, 34947-26 and 34949-26
Deputy Ward asked for an update on the Buncrana Community Hospital project. Read the HSE response.
From: Communications and public affairs
Published: May 2026
Updated: June 2026
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health whether a tender for the Buncrana Community Hospital project was ever issued; if so, when; whether a contractor was appointed; if not, the reason public representatives were informed that works would commence in Q1 2026; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [ PQ 34936-26]
To ask the Minister for Health the specific issues that led to the Buncrana Community Hospital project reverting to pre-tender stage; the reason these issues were not identified earlier, prior to residents being relocated; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [PQ 34947/26]
To ask the Minister for Health the current status of the Buncrana Community Hospital project in terms of approvals and procurement; whether a clear and guaranteed timeline now be provided for tender issue, contractor appointment and construction commencement and completion; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [PQ 34949/26]
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