
Some wards at Noble's Hospital are to be merged over Christmas and the New Year.
The exercise will save cash for the beleaguered DHSS finances but also help staff have time off over the festive period.
There may be some effect on elective surgery but it is thought that will be 'minimal', says Health Minister Eddie Teare.

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