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HSE Pays Big to Private Fund for Health Centers | Cork News
The HSE is set to pay nearly €3.5 million to Valley Healthcare, a private equity-backed fund linked to KKR, for leasing and developing primary care centers — a move sparking fierce debate over creeping privatization in Ireland’s health system. While the HSE maintains and staffs these facilities without owning them, critics warn communities risk losing vital services after long-term leases expire, especially in underserved areas. Though the HSE claims rigorous cost reviews ensure value for money, a key 2016 recommendation to assess alternative delivery models remains unacted upon — raising…
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