The completion date of the new National Children’s Hospital is set to be delayed for the 18th time, the Oireachtas Health Committee has heard. Mr Gunning said the board has sought an updated completion date from the developer, which is expected within 15 working days. Sinn Féin health spokesperson David Cullinane said nobody ever believed the completion date would be met. Mr Gunning said most of the money claimed by Bam stems from 18 extensions of time, amounting to €926m. “I’m not willing to release or relieve the pressure in any way, shape or form on the contractor that has responsibility for delivering that hospital,” Mr Harris said.

Source: Irish Examiner March 25, 2026 15:34 UTC