politcal news from Cork, Ireland
Michael McCarthy
LABOUR Party Senator for Cork South-West, Michael McCarthy, has said that news of the imminent closure of Millbrook Hospital in Bandon is a big disappointment for the town.
Senator McCarthy said, “The closure of Millbrook Hospital highlights the importance of the much promised extension to the Community Hospital. There is a great shortage of beds and space at the hospital at the moment. This closure will put added strain on the already scarce resources.
Gearoid Buckley
LABOUR Party town councillor for Bandon, Gearóid Buckley, has expressed concern and disappointment at the news of the imminent closure of Millbrook Hospital. The closure comes as a result of a HSE/HIQUA audit. It has been confirmed that it will not re-open as a functioning hospital.
Cllr Buckley said, “The Millbrook Hospital has served the town of Bandon for generations. Many Bandonians were actually born in the hospital. Up to quite recently the hospital offered a range of health services including an X-Ray department. However, in the past few years it played a highly valuable role as a nursing and convalescent home.
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