New year start on main extension works at Mayo Emergency Department

CONSTRUCTION of the main building extension works at the new Emergency Department at Mayo University Hospital is expected to commence in the first quarter of next year.

At a HSE West Forum meeting yesterday, Councillor Michael Kilcoyne requested an update on the project. He asked: What is the up to date position in regard to the extension to the Accident & Emergency Unit at Mayo University Hospital? When were the plans for this extension first drafted and what are the remaining stages before construction can commence and the expected completion date?

In a written response, he was told: Planning permission was granted for the Emergency Department and Acute Medical Admissions Unit project at Mayo University Hospital on March 11, 2024.

There are multiple phases of works planned to deliver this project, with the first enabling commencing construction in Q2 2024. The first phase of enabling works is completed.

The second phase of enabling works to construct the ambulatory ED modular building are ongoing, all ground works completed, and on programme for completion in Q4 2025, and will be operational at the end of Q4 2025/start Q1 2026.

The detailed design is now completed and the tender documentation is being finalised in order to issue to tender for the main contractor.

Construction of the main building extension works is anticipated to commence by the end of Q1 2026 following completion of the tender and approvals.

The completion date will be updated following appointment of the main contractor on receipt of the contract programme.