Hospital chiefs to face public grilling before Oireachtas committees

Managers of poor performing hospitals are to be held publicly accountable before Oireachtas committees for the first time, under plans being developed by Health Minister Simon Harris.

Under the plans, the Government is seeking to introduce laws to allow them replace managers in hospitals where there are “consistently poor outcomes, patient experiences, and financial management”.

The Irish Examiner understands Mr Harris is adamant that, in light of €800m in increased spending on health services this year, greater accountability is required.