THE recently published HIQA Report which criticised elements of the service provided by the Sacred Heart Hospital in Castlebar must not be used by the Government as a stick with which to beat the facility.

That’s the view Dara Calleary T.D. who has stoutly defended the services provided by the hospital.

“In all my dealings with the Sacred Heart Hospital, in both a personal and professional capacity, I have experienced only very positive outcomes.  It is important to note that a second inspection has taken place since this report was published and I look forward to seeing the results of that in the coming weeks.

“The HSE has indicated that problems identified in the report are being addressed and as of last month many of the matters have been dealt with. My fear is that the Government may attempt to use this report as an excuse to do