asked the Minister for Health if he has received from the Mid-Western Health Board details of a proposal to develop a health centre at St. Camillus Hospital, Limerick; if he will indicate his approval for this project; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

My Department has received a proposal to develop a major health centre at St. Camillus Hospital, Limerick. This development has been approved in principle and at present detailed planning is underway.