HSE chief backs repurposing of new nursing home for hospital use, despite local concerns

The recently-completed 50-bed unit in Co Tipperary had been expected to open this month, with nursing home residents preparing to transfer

Bernard Gloster defended the building's use as a stepdown facility for UHL. Picture: Gareth Chaney

The chief of the HSE has supported plans to temporarily repurpose a newly-built nursing home in Co Tipperary for hospital use, despite local concerns.

The 50-bed unit is recently completed and was being fitted out with beds and other equipment.