3938. Deputy Liam Quaide asked the Minister for Health for a list of all mental health capital projects costing in excess of €1 million in the South West region since 1 January 2023; the location and purpose of each project; the date each received planning permission; the date works commenced on the build; the date each project was completed or is expected to be completed; the date services commenced or are expected to commence; and the current status of each project, in tabular form. [58218/26]

As Minister, I have set out my priorities for capital projects for 2026, with over €40m allocated to initiate and progress mental health infrastructure projects this year.

The funding represents another record level of investment in 43 separate mental health capital projects across the country, with annual investment set to increase further over the next four years.

The investment for 2026 is the first tranche of funding to be allocated from an overall total of €470m earmarked for mental health projects in the National Development Plan 2026-2030.

The Department and the HSE are working together to publish a 10-year Capital Plan for Mental Health in due course which will set out a strategic investment plan to maximise the unprecedented level of investment in the mental health capital estate.

As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly to the Deputy as soon as possible.