The Department of Health has confirmed that work is to be carried out at Carndonagh Community Hospital to ensure it is HIQA compliant.
The works will include an extension to the dining and sitting room facilities, and improvements to residential bedrooms, including en-suite facilities.
The works are due to begin early next year.
Donegal North East Deputy Charlie McConalogue says the upgrades are much needed:
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