A former Clare Chair of the HSE’s Regional Health Forum West is accusing the Government of failing to learn from past mistakes.
It’s after the cabinet approved a reform of the country’s major trauma system, which would result in two major trauma centres being established in Dublin and Cork, if implemented.
The centres would be supported by a number of other units for less severe injuries, while Galway would have a unit with specialised services, but no neurosurgical facilities.
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Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council, Councillor Tom McNamara has raised concerns over the impact on people in rural areas and says the move echoes decisions made in the past.
