Advertisement
News

Public meeting taking place this evening to discuss future of maternity services at local hospital

Aug 5, 2025 17:35
By Shannonside News
Share this article
Public meeting taking place this evening to discuss future of maternity services at local hospital

The meeting is taking place at Gullanes Hotel, Ballinasloe from 8pm this evening.

A public meeting is taking place this evening in Ballinasloe to discuss the future of maternity services at Portiuncula University Hospital. It follows the HSE's decision to move the care of high-risk expectant mothers to Galway University Hospital. The decision comes on the back of a review into the delivery of nine babies there, including two who were stillborn.

The meeting is taking place at Gullanes Hotel, Ballinasloe from 8pm this evening. East Galway Councillor Declan Geraghty has been giving his thoughts on tonight's meeting:

Advertisement
Tags used in this article
Advertisement

Shannonside Newsletter

Sign up now to keep up to date with the latest news.

Processing your request...

You are subscribed now! please check your email to confirm your subscription.

1e, Mastertech Business Park
Athlone Rd, Townparks,
Longford, Ireland
Eircode: N39 RR67

Download Shannonside App Today

Copyright © 2026 Shannonside FM. Developed by Square1 and Powered by PublisherPlus