Work stops on new unit at Nenagh General

The stoppage of work on the new 4.6 million euro unit at Nenagh Hospital has been described as a significant blow to the town.

The company, which has been carrying out the work, has run into financial problems – and the HSE has asked them to vacate the premises.

The unit was due to include 24-beds that includes 16 medical beds in single units, as well as a single story extension and refurbishment work.

Cathaoirleach of Nenagh Municipal District John Carroll, has raised the issue at the HSE West health forum.

He says it’s extremely worrying…