The controversial issue of just how many hospital beds the Republic needs will be the main topic for discussion at the fifth Irish Times/Pfizer health debate in Galway tonight.
The topic for the debate is:“That this house believes that Ireland has insufficient bed capacity to meet our healthcare needs.”
Among those proposing the motion will be David Hughes, deputy general secretary of the Irish Nurses’ Organisation, as well as the Irish Hospital Consultants’ Association.
Those speaking against the motion include the HSE and the author of a previous report on bed capacity, Paul Pierotti of PA Consulting.
The debate will be chaired by columnist and Irish Timesassistant editor, Fintan O'Toole.
