IRELAND
The Journal
THE MASTER OF the National Maternity Hospital has defended the decision to relocate the new hospital on grounds owned by a religious order, saying that they will have complete control over medical procedures and governance.
On Morning Ireland today, Dr Rhona Mahony, Master of National Maternity Hospital Holles Street, said that the Sisters of Charity “will be an independent company”, and that they will retain their medical practices without religious interference.
It’s the board’s duty to do their best for women and babies. We will not mention any religious, ethnic or other distinction [in hospital governance].
When asked about the clear dispute over governance, Dr Mahoney said they are the first of the co-locations, but that the integrity of their services and autonomy over them will be protected.
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