News - Minister Mary Butler
Sligo hospital to get special mental health team next year
Minister Mary Butler was challenged about the issue in the Dáil this week.
Jul 17, 2026 07:24
Athlone minor injuries unit set to open this year
Minor injury units treat broken bones, sprains, minor facial injuries, wounds, and minor burns.
Jul 9, 2026 13:20
Local hospitals not included in nursing teams roll-out
The Department of Health has announced the commencement of recruitment for 10 specialist crisis nursing teams.
Jul 8, 2026 13:34
Minister questioned over lack of funding for local suicide-prevention charity
North West Stop provides free counselling to all ages across the region.
May 18, 2025 12:17
Minister Mary Butler to turn sod on new Sacred Heart expansion
Mary Butler will visit the county this afternoon as works on the €35 million unit are expected to commence shortly.
Jun 13, 2024 13:39
Local senator calls for progress on speech and language therapist position
Senator Murphy believes it is unacceptable for children with Special Needs to be still on waiting lists.
Jan 24, 2024 17:37
Minister says no issue with funding for Castlerea eMental Health Hub
The Minster was on a visit to Roscommon today.
Nov 26, 2021 17:23
Senator calls for Castlerea mental health service to be fully operational
The Minister was answering questions raised by Eugene Murphy in the Seanad today.
Nov 10, 2021 17:28
Decision on 2nd Local Palliative care bed to be made following HSE review
The existing palliative care bed has been confirmed to be part of the new upgraded unit at the centre.
Nov 3, 2021 13:47
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