Kerry TD Pa Daly has welcomed confirmation from the HSE that the new Minor Injuries Unit for Killarney will open early next year.

The facility, which will be located at St Columbanus Home, is expected to ease pressure on University Hospital Kerry by treating non-emergency cases locally.
Deputy Daly said the development is “positive news for patients and families” and will help reduce overcrowding in the Emergency Department.
He added that while the Killarney unit is an important step, there is now a strong case for a similar service in North Kerry. He highlighted that 60% of A&E attendances at UHK come from West Kerry, North Kerry and Castleisland, and said long travel distances remain an issue for many patients.
Deputy Daly also pointed to ongoing problems with out-of-hours GP cover in the Listowel area and said he will raise the need for an additional unit directly with the HSE and the Minister for Health.

Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa has opened a Christmas Pop-Up Shop in Murphy Brownes on High Street, giving shoppers easier access to luxury festive gifts in the run-up to Christmas.

The pop-up will trade every weekend from now until Christmas, as well as throughout Christmas week.

The shop features a selection of items from the five-star hotel, including Aghadoe Honey, Ham Glaze, Brandy Butter and Cranberry Sauce, along with candles, diffusers, pillows and bathrobes.

Gift sets from Ground Wellbeing, Seabody and Comfort Zone are also available.

Shoppers can also purchase hotel gift vouchers for dining, accommodation or spa experiences.

The pop-up opens this Friday, 5 December.

Opening hours are Friday and Sunday from 10am to 6pm, and Saturday from 11am to 7pm.

All items are also available at the hotel reception and spa.