Taoiseach confirms cut in Roscommon A&E cover

The Taoiseach Enda Kenny has confirmed that the Accident and Emergency Department at Roscommon Hospital will close at night and at weekends from July 11.

Mon, 27 Jun, 2011 - 17:52

The Taoiseach Enda Kenny has confirmed that the Accident and Emergency Department at Roscommon Hospital will close at night and at weekends from July 11.

The move is being put down to the upcoming shortage of junior doctors for Roscommon and concerns by HIQA over patient safety going forward.

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