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Final Cost Of New National Maternity Hospital Could Be Double What Is Expected

Saturday, 19 June 2021 14:55

By Ciara Noble @niaracoble

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Irish Times reporting cost could be €850 million

The final cost for the National Maternity Hospital could be more than twice as high as expected.

The most recent estimate for the development was around €350 million euro.

This morning, the Irish Times reported estimates it could cost €800 million.

It comes amid a row over ownership, as the Sisters of Charity say the state never tried to buy the site for the hospital from them.

Political columnist & Newbridge resident, John Downing, says there are concerns over who will control the hospital:

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