Phoenix Park site 'could save €210m' in Children's Hospital costs

A new proposal to build the National Children's Hospital at the Phoenix Park Racecourse could save the State €210m in building costs.

Mon, 14 May, 2012 - 08:03

A new proposal to build the National Children's Hospital at the Phoenix Park Racecourse could save the State €210m in building costs.

Dublin-based firm Flynn and O'Flaherty estimates its plan would cost €440m overall, compared to the €650m for the rejected Mater Hospital development.

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Courts Heathrow Place: Phoenix Park Place: Phoenix Park racecourse Place: Dublin Person: Health Minister James Reilly Person: Flynn Person: O'Flaherty Person: Denis Doherty Organisation: Children Organisation: Hospital Organisation: National Children's Hospital Organisation: Flynn

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