Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael divided on National Maternity Hospital ownership

Fianna Fáil members have supported Health Minister Stephen Donnelly in pushing ahead with the proposed hospital. Picture: Colin Keegan, Collins Dublin

Strong differences of opinion have emerged between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael on the proposed National Maternity Hospital.

Fianna Fáil members have supported Health Minister Stephen Donnelly in pushing ahead with the proposed hospital, claiming that patients and staff have waited long enough for adequate facilities.