Ennis hospital to lose 24 hour A&E status

Minister for Health and Children, Mary Harney confirmed today that Ennis General Hospital in County Clare is to benefit from a consultant-led Accident and Emergency service but will lose its 24 hour A+E status in the long term.

Speaking during a meeting with Co Clare's five Mayors, the Minister said that a report by the Teamwork consultants, due to be presented to her Department at the end of the year, would determine the hours of service.