A mobile refrigerated unit will be on site at University Hospital Waterford within the next fortnight after it emerged there’s not enough capacity at its mortuary.

There was widespread outrage earlier this week when consultants revealed dead bodies were being stored on trolleys on corridors due to lack of space.

The South/South West Hospital Group has confirmed this evening that the mobile unit will be installed and available for use within 1 to 2 weeks.

A minor extension to the existing build will be carried out and an additional refrigeration unit will be available for use in 8 to 10 week’s time.

The spokesperson added that the new building will be completed within two years, subject to capital approval.

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