It's one of a number of targets in the Department of Health's Action Plan for Slaintecare, which has been published by the Minister Wicklow TD Simon Harris.
The extra beds would be divided across the Mater Hospital, Cork University Hospital, Our Lady of Lourdes in Drogheda and South Tipperary General.
The Department is also targeting a further increase of 202 beds to be fully operational as part of the next Winter Plan.
Wicklow Pair Avoid Jail Over Dark Web Firearms Case
Wicklow friends receive suspended sentences for possessing firearms which had been bought by their friend on the dark web two years ago.
Wicklow Stonemason Petra O’Flaherty Crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2026
The apprentice stonemason from Blessington beat more than 3,000 apprentices from across the UK and Ireland to emerge as a champions
Two Arrested After Significant Firearms Seizure In Co.Wicklow
'A cordon was put in place for a period of time, but the area has since been declared safe. Investigations are ongoing and further updates will follow.' - Garda Press Office
Wicklow Delegates Add Voice to Dáil na nÓg 2026 at Leinster House
Dáil na nÓg is an initiative of the Department for Children, Disability and Equality and was first established in 2001.
Wicklow Landowners Urged To Exercise Caution With Pesticides This Season
Wicklow farmers, landowners, local authorities and amenity partners are urged to use best practice when maintaining their lands
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