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

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. 

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