Children's Hospital 'could be delayed if Mater not chosen'

The National Paediatric Hospital Development Board (NPHDB) has said a project delay of two and a half years can be expected should an alternative site to the Mater be chosen for the Children's Hospital.

In a previously unpublished memo, the NPHDB, which was appointed by the Government, said the Coalition cannot disregard the €70m already spent on the Mater site and risk a delay in opening the facility if another site gets the green light.