Government must 'stand up for the taxpayer' over Children's Hospital cost overruns - Harris

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly accused BAM of 'holding the state to ransom' regarding the children's hospital project, highlighting ongoing disputes over rising costs and missed deadlines.

BAM strongly rejected claims of 'holding the state to ransom', labeling the accusation as 'irresponsible', amidst rising tensions surrounding the project's escalating budget and timeline.

Minister Simon Harris emphasized the necessity for penalties in the hospital contract while also considering revisiting EU procurement rules to ensure accountability in public contracts.

The hospital development has faced numerous delays, with the completion timeline extended yet again, bringing the total project cost to €2.2 billion.

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