Conditions in hospitals and emergency departments 'not acceptable' – Donnelly

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly said there would be a 'very substantial' increase in bed capacity and services at University Hospital Limerick. Picture: Gareth Chaney /Collins

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has branded conditions in some of the country's hospitals and emergency departments as "not acceptable".

Mr Donnelly appeared before the health committee to discuss challenges in hospitals including emergency departments, bed shortages and overcrowding.