The importance of having a politically accountable Health Minister in place has been highlighted by the revelation.
Belleek to paint the town green this St Patrick’s Day
BELLEEK is getting set for the long-awaited return of its St Patrick’s Day parade, and the entire local community is being urged to get behind the plans for a fun, family day out. All roads will be leading to the border village on March 17th, with organisers encouraging visitors to come along to enjoy the celebrations. It’s been […]
Local mothers urge support for Human Milk Bank
FERMANAGH mothers whose little ones were “given the very best start in life” by the Human Milk Bank at the SWAH have urged donor mothers to continue to support the life-saving service. Run by the Western Trust, the Human Milk Bank based at SWAH is the only service of its kind on the island of […]
‘Trust was given no permission to do this’
THE FERMANAGH man who was special advisor (SpAd) to Robin Swann has confirmed the then Minister of Health rejected requests from the Western Trust to suspended SWAH emergency general surgery (EGS) and instead asked it to produce a risk assessment for the move, which it failed to do. The Trust then announced the suspension of […]
SOAS calls for apology from Trust over protest comments
“SOAS focuses on facts as they arise and makes its representations in a serious and professional manner.”
EXCLUSIVE: Concern SWAH maternity on brink of collapse
A doctor has raised concerns about the sustainability of obstetrics and gynaecology at the SWAH due to the number of staff leaving the department.
Invitation to presentation on Lough Navar development
The community is being urged to come along to a special event outlining the exciting new plans to develop the facilities at the stunning Lough Navar Forest Park. As reported by the Herald in December, plans are in the works to provide more parking, new picnic tables, walkways, and other improved facilities at the popular […]
Fermanagh priest hits out at Irish far right
A US-BASED Fermanagh priest has hit out at the rise of far right sentiment in Ireland, stating Irish people opposing immigrants was “like Black Americans supporting slavery.” Fr Sean McManus, who hails from Kinawley and is the founder and president of the powerful Irish American Caucus in Washington, was referring to recent anti-immigration protests and other […]
Daisy Hill provides potential glimpse into SWAH future
“Our concern is this elective hub has been used as a Trojan horse to take away emergency general surgery.”